Fulham FC have reportedly valued midfielder Joao Palhinha at twice the £30m bid Bayern Munich recently rejected. Other football giants such as Barcelona and Manchester United have also shown interest in the player, although Barcelona's financial situation and managerial uncertainty at Old Trafford could pose challenges. Palhinha's Fulham contract, signed in September, runs until 2028 with no buy-out clause, and the club have the option to extend it by a further year.
With Palhinha's future still uncertain, Fulham are considering other options, including Fluminense midfielder Andre. A possible move to Bayern Munich for Palhinha was mooted last summer, with Fulham also rejecting a £45m bid from West Ham in July. Reports suggest that Bayern Munich, under new boss Vincent Kompany, are willing to offer up to £38m for the 28-year-old Portugal international.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are expected to decide on the future of manager Erik ten Hag this week. Despite leading United to FA Cup victory last month, a disappointing eighth-place finish in the Premier League and a lackluster European campaign have put the Ten Hag's position in doubt. The 54-year-old, who has a year left on his contract, is aware of the club's communication with other potential managers but remains hopeful about his future at United.
In light of the current uncertainty, Manchester United are preparing for a summer of potential change, with the club's defensive and attacking struggles in the spotlight. The departure of Raphael Varane leaves a void in defence, compounded by injury concerns for Lisandro Martínez and Luke Shaw. The club used 14 different centre-back partnerships this season, with veteran Jonny Evans making more league appearances than any other centre-back. The club's defence, which has conceded a record 58 goals this season, will be under scrutiny as they plan for the future.
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