Joao Palhinha has suggested he would like to remain at Tottenham Hotspur beyond his current loan spell, but insists the final decision lies with the club's hierarchy. The 30-year-old midfielder is on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich, with Spurs holding a £27 million option to make the move permanent next summer.
Speaking about his future, Palhinha said: “They should ask to the owner, or Fabio [Paratici], or Johan [Lange], not myself! Of course, this is like a marriage. Both parts need to want [it]. But I am really glad here. I feel the support from the supporters as well. When you feel this, for me it is really special.”
The Portugal international has been a regular in Thomas Frank's midfield and has scored four goals this season against Manchester City, Wolves, Doncaster and Copenhagen. Palhinha revealed he had other Premier League offers in the summer but chose Tottenham because of the project and Frank's backing.
Palhinha's move to Bayern Munich last year did not work out as hoped, and he is now enjoying his return to English football. “Now I am here, I am really glad, fully enjoying the Premier League again. About the future, I don’t know what’s going to happen. I just focus on the present and enjoy it,” he added.
