Since his arrival at Bayern Munich, Portuguese midfielder João Palhinha has only played 126 minutes in the Bundesliga. Despite his limited time on the field, Bayern Munich’s management remains confident in his potential and value to the team.
Palhinha’s Struggles for Game Time
João Palhinha, who joined Bayern Munich in the summer transfer window, has struggled to secure significant playing time in the Bundesliga. With just 126 minutes on the pitch so far, questions have arisen regarding his role and future in the squad.
Bayern Director Freund on Palhinha’s Role
Addressing concerns, Bayern Munich’s sporting director, Christoph Freund, reassured fans about Palhinha’s place in the team. Speaking to Abendzeitung, Freund expressed the club’s satisfaction with the Portuguese international:
“We are very, very happy with Palhinha. We will need him. We have a lot of games. He’s staying positive and training well.”
Squad Rotation and Future Opportunities
Freund’s statement highlights that Bayern’s packed schedule, with multiple competitions to contend with, will provide Palhinha opportunities to prove himself. His positive attitude and strong work ethic in training indicate that the midfielder is ready to contribute when called upon.
Despite his limited Bundesliga minutes, Bayern Munich remains confident in João Palhinha’s potential. With a heavy match schedule, the Portuguese midfielder could soon see more opportunities to shine in the heart of Bayern’s midfield.