Joao Palhinha

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly placed emphasis on signing Sporting Lisbon midfielder Joao Palhinha this summer.

The 26-year-old played a starring role in his side’s run to the Primeira Liga title last season and his performances have understandably attracted interest from other top European clubs, with Leicester City, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Atletico Madrid, Sevilla and Napoli all credited with an interest in the playmaker.