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Bayern Munich chief Freund ends Palhinha plans

Bayern Munich have ruled out a move this month for Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha.

The Portugal international saw a deadline day move in September collapse while in Munich.

Bayern chiefs have talked up trying again during the winter market.

But sporting director Christoph Freund said: "We wanted him last summer, but the priority now was to strengthen ourselves at the back".

“In addition, Alexander Pavlovic has already filled a good role. That's why we believe we have a good alternative internally".

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