Tottenham fans all say same thing after what Joao Palhinha did vs Man City
Tottenham supporters will be delighted by their team’s early-season performances under Thomas Frank.
Spurs tore Burnley apart in their opening Premier League match, with Richarlison drawing the plaudits.
Thomas Frank has Joao Palhinha and Mohammed Kudus as new signings, and both have already shown their worth.
Indeed, Palhinha has built on his cameo against the Clarets, with fans purring over his performance in the 2-0 win over Man City.
Joao Palhinha scores on full debut for Tottenham vs Man City
Palhinha put in a mixed performance against PSG in the UEFA Super Cup final, but now he is accelerating his displays.
The Portuguese international came on as a late substitute against Burnley as Frank opted for Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall.
However, the Dane started the 30-year-old in the big one against City, and he has already made an impression.
- Palhinha made 79 appearances for Fulham
- Has a wealth of trophies to his name
- Suffered a muscle tear at Bayern Munich that limited his appearances
In the closing minutes of the first half, the defensive-midfielder reacted well to guide a rebound into James Trafford’s goal.
While he is not famed for his finishing, it will satisfy supporters to know he has that in his locker.
Furthermore, Palhinha has been imperious on the ball and has looked an assured figure in the hub of Frank’s midfield.
Indeed, supporters have been reacting in their masses to the midfielder’s impressive full debut, with all of them saying pretty much the same thing: Make the deal permanent.
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Spurs should already be eyeing permanent Joao Palhinha deal
Tottenham signed Palhinha on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich, but crucially, they hold an option to buy the midfielder.
Of course, it is only early days, but on current evidence, the Lilywhites would be wise to exercise that option when the campaign ends.
During his time with Fulham, the Portuguese international was imperious, demonstrating his Premier League class.
In North London, he has adapted to Frank’s system well and already looks an upgrade on Yves Bissouma.
Yes, there is a wealth of games to play, but Palhinha is already looking like one of the signings of the summer.
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