João Palhinha
Mercato XI valuation · €46.0M · July 2026
Current Team
FC Bayern München
João Palhinha
Performance Summary
Season snapshot
Season Rating
Goals / 90
0.22
Assists / 90
0.09
Key Passes
11
Pass Acc.
83.0%
Dribble %
47%
Tackles
144
Goals
7
Assists
3
Key Passes
11
Rating
6.97
Detailed stats
Player Statistics
Goals
7
Assists
3
Shots
40
Shots on Target
14
Shot Accuracy
35%
Big Chances Created
1
Big Chances Missed
1
Hit Woodwork
3
Transfer History
Career moves for João Palhinha
Trophies & Honours
1Bundesliga🥇
Winner · 2024/2025 · FC Bayern München
About João Palhinha
João Palhinha is a 31-year-old Portuguese defensive midfield at FC Bayern München, where he wears the number 16 shirt. Standing at 190cm and right-footed, he plays in the Premier League.
Across 45 appearances and 2,916 minutes in the 2025/26 season, João Palhinha has scored 7 goals and provided 3 assists — a rate of 0.31 goal contributions per 90 minutes. Career honours include the Bundesliga in 2024/2025.
As of July 2026, Mercato XI values João Palhinha at €46.0M, a figure that has cooled in recent months. Playing regularly in the Premier League, a defined role at FC Bayern München, and being at a productive age for a midfielder all support a positive outlook on his value. Read the methodology to learn more about how we estimate player value.
Frequently asked questions
What position does João Palhinha play?+
João Palhinha plays as a defensive midfield for FC Bayern München, and is 31 years old.
How many goals has João Palhinha scored in the 2025/26 season?+
In the 2025/26 season, João Palhinha has scored 7 goals and provided 3 assists in 45 appearances in the Premier League.
How is João Palhinha's 2026 market value calculated?+
Mercato XI estimates João Palhinha's market value with an AI model that weighs his on-pitch performance, age, and the strength of the Premier League. The valuation is recalculated every month.