Joao Palhinha’s impressive performances at Tottenham Hotspur have sparked interest in Spain and Italy, but the club is yet to decide on activating the €30 million purchase option.

Tottenham Hotspur are sitting on the fence about making Joao Palhinha’s loan move permanent, despite his impressive performances since joining from Bayern Munich last summer.

The 30-year-old defensive midfielder has been a regular starter for the London club, and his experience has been invaluable to the team.

According to reports, Spurs are hoping to negotiate the €30 million purchase option down, and clubs in Spain and Italy are keeping a close eye on his situation. If Tottenham decides against signing him permanently, Palhinha will need to find a new club, as a return to Bayern is no longer an option.

Palhinha has scored four goals and provided two assists in 19 appearances for Spurs, forming a strong partnership with Rodrigo Bentancur in midfield. His impressive form has sparked interest from other top clubs, but the decision on his future will likely be made in the coming weeks.

With personal terms agreed until 2029, the ball is now in Tottenham’s court, and they will need to weigh up their options carefully.