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".