Bayern sign Portugal international Palhinha from Fulham

BERLIN, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Bayern Munich has strengthened their midfield with the signing of Joao Palhinha from Premier League side Fulham, the club announced on Thursday.

The 29-year-old Portuguese midfielder and the German giants have agreed on a four-year deal, which will keep the Portuguese player with them until July 2028.

"Joao really wanted to join Bayern, and we need players like that," said Baye