Former Bayern transfer target still hasn't gotten over the failed move. Joao Palhinha's transfer to FC Bayern failed literally at the last second last summer.

“This episode was like a punch in the stomach at the time,” he says, describing his feelings to the Portuguese newspaper O Jogo. The 28-year-old has not yet completely ticked off a transfer to a top club. However, it is questionable whether his path will lead him toFC Bayern - the team has been discussing a different name as a possible “Holding Six”