Following multiple reliable reports that Bayern Munich have accepted a bid from Sl Benfica for Joao Palhinha - discussions over personal terms are said to have begun as all parties look to finalise the move in the coming days. The midfielder is open to the move, and if talks proceed smoothly, the transfer could be confirmed in the coming days - which would see the buying team secure one of their top targets and put their rivals on notice. Newcastle, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest remain in the background, but for now, Sl Benfica are leading the way in ongoing talks. Alongside this, Bayern Munich are said to be exploring Igor Thiago Nascimento Rodrigues, Benjamin Sesko and Ismael Saibari with Sl Benfica likewise connected to Ryan Flamingo and Jonathan de Jesus Alves. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.