Tottenham Hotspur

João Palhinha

A defensive midfielder who wins duels like a specialist, breaking up play with timing, strength and relentless discipline. He gives Spurs steel in the middle and allows attacking players to breathe.
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42 players

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Andy Robertson
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Ben Davies
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Destiny Udogie
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Jan Paul van Hecke
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Kevin Danso
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Kota Takai
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Malachi Hardy
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Marcos Senesi
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Micky van de Ven
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Miracle Adewole
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Pedro Porro
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Midfielders

14
Archie Gray
Age 20
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8
Conor Gallagher
Age 26
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21
Dejan Kulusevski
Age 26
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Harry Byrne
Age 18
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James Maddison
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Jamie Donley
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Luca Williams-Barnett
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Lucas Bergvall
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Mateus Fernandes
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Mohammed Kudus
Age 26
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Pape Matar Sarr
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Rio Kyerematen
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Rodrigo Bentancur
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Sandro Tonali
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Tye Hall
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Tyrese Hall
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Xavi Simons
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Forwards

63
Damola Ajayi
Bromley · Age 20
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Dane Scarlett
Age 22
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Dominic Solanke
Age 28
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Mathys Tel
Age 21
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Mikey Moore
Age 19
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Reiss Elliot-Parris
Age 18
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Richarlison
Age 29
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Wilson Odobert
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João Palhinha: The Midfield agent

Spurs’ defensive anchor, built to win tackles and turn midfield chaos into structure.

Palhinha plays like he lives for the duel. He reads danger early, steps in with authority and stops opponents building rhythm through the centre. Spurs can be open, but with Palhinha sitting in front of the defence, they become harder to break through cleanly, because he blocks lanes and wins second balls relentlessly.

He also gives Spurs balance. His positioning allows others to roam, his tackling allows Spurs to reset, and his discipline keeps the team from being stretched too easily. In a league where midfield battles decide points, Palhinha brings Spurs the steel that stops matches slipping away.

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