Palhinha could have signed for Villa last summer

Palhinha has been in the spotlight at the start of the Premier League season. The Portuguese player is a starter for Fulham, for whom he has scored two goals and is playing a key role.

However, his fate could have changed in the summer, when he was still with Sporting Portugal. According to 'Football Insider', Aston Villa had a chance to sign the midfielder for around 20 million euros.

The team now managed by Unai Emery signed Dendoncker from Wolves and Palhinha ended up signing for Fulham, where he has already become a key player for the team's midfield.

Palhinha has also been called up by his country's national team for the World Cup in Qatar. At 27, he is in one of the best moments of his career.