The signing requested by Tuchel that is not performing well at Bayern

Diego Medina | 23 Sep 2024 | 22.00

<p>Thomas Tuchel, former coach of Bayern Munich, who requested the signing of Raphinha.</p>

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Bayern Munich finally secured the signing of João Palhinha in 2024, after almost finalizing it in the summer of 2023. The 50 million euro deal was a direct request from Thomas Tuchel, who saw the Portuguese midfielder as the solution to the defensive problems the team had faced in previous seasons. However, doubts have arisen about whether Palhinha is the ideal player for Bayern's new system under Kompany after playing only 139 minutes as a starter this season.

Palhinha, questioned at Bayern

Palhinha, who gained a reputation as one of the best defensive midfielders in the Premier League at Fulham, is known for his ability to make tackles, earning him the nickname "Tackle King." For two seasons, he led the five major European leagues in the number of tackles. However, at Bayern, his performance has been questioned because the team has shifted its style of play, opting for a more positional approach under Kompany's direction.

Bayern under Kompany, a disciple of Pep Guardiola, has moved away from the vertical football that characterized Tuchel's style to focus on ball control. Statistics reflect this change: the team leads the Bundesliga in completed passes and ball possession. This style of play does not seem to suit Palhinha's strengths, as he stands out more for his defensive abilities than his ball distribution skills. Of the 119 passes he completed this season, only nine were progressive, revealing his limitations in this aspect.

Despite the criticism, Joao Palhinha has shown a positive attitude and is committed to the adaptation process. "I am at the best club in the world, and this is part of the journey," he recently stated. In addition, Bayern's sporting director, Max Eberl, has defended the Portuguese player, emphasizing that he needs time to adapt not only to the style of play but also to the city and language.

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