Malik Tillman

Malik Tillman is an American attacking midfielder of dual US-German citizenship who joined Bayer Leverkusen in 2025 after a productive stint at PSV Eindhoven. He chose to represent the United States internationally despite growing up in Germany.

Tillman developed through Bayern Munich's academy and made a handful of senior appearances for the club before loan spells broadened his experience. A successful loan to Rangers in Scotland, where he won the PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year award, was followed by a move to PSV Eindhoven — initially on loan, then permanently — where he scored 21 goals across two Eredivisie title-winning seasons.

He made his senior international debut for the United States and has since earned 30 caps, including goals at the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. He signed for Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen in 2025.