Former Bayern dream player still hasn't gotten over the failed move. “This episode was like a punch in the stomach at the time,” he describes his feelings to the Portuguese newspaper O Jogo.

Palhinha has not yet completely ticked off a transfer to a top club. However, it is questionable whether his path will lead him to FC Bayern. The Munich team has been discussing a different name as a possible “Holding Six” for months. (LuHa)