Reliable sources are reporting that discussions have begun between Tottenham and Bayern Munich over the transfer of Joao Palhinha. The midfielder has emerged as a top target for the interested team, and talks are reportedly progressing as the two clubs explore whether there is a deal to be done for the player. Talks are underway, and with no competition emerging, Tottenham are seen as the sole contenders for the player's signature. Tottenham look balanced this season - 1.73 goals scored and 0.91 goals conceded per game. Joao Palhinha would be expected to bring control and consistency to help push them to another level. Bayern Munich continue to be linked with Givairo Read, Fisnik Asllani and Marc Guehi while Tottenham are also rumoured to be tracking Jonathan David, Takefusa Kubo and Kenan Yildiz. More on this story as it develops. Need more Tottenham transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Tottenham.