PSV Eindhoven appears to be making significant strides in their pursuit of defensive reinforcement, with reports indicating the Dutch club is nearing a personal agreement with SC Freiburg’s French right-back, Kiliann Sildillia. Sources suggest that reaching terms with the 23-year-old defender “doesn’t seem far off.”
Sildillia, currently under contract with the Bundesliga side until the summer of 2026, represents a valuable asset for Freiburg. With his contract having two years left, this transfer window presents what could be the optimal opportunity for the German club to command a significant transfer fee. While discussions between PSV and Sildillia regarding personal terms and conditions are reportedly at an advanced stage, negotiations between the two clubs concerning the actual transfer fee have not yet formally begun. This phase highlights the familiar dance in football transfers: securing player buy-in before agreeing on the price tag with the selling club.
PSV has been actively searching for options to bolster their right-back position, specifically seeking a player capable of providing cover and competition for current starter Sergiño Dest. Sildillia has previously been linked with this role, and it now appears that PSV`s technical director, Earnest Stewart, is prioritizing his acquisition. Club management is understood to be engaged in intensive discussions with Sildillia and his representatives to finalise the personal aspects of the potential move.
Kiliann Sildillia`s career trajectory has seen him develop through the French football system before moving to Germany. He progressed through the youth ranks at FC Metz before joining SC Freiburg’s reserve team in 2020. His performances there earned him a promotion to the first team in 2021. Since then, he has accumulated valuable experience in the demanding Bundesliga, making 22 appearances in the league during the most recent season. This background suggests a player who has steadily worked his way up and has recent top-flight experience.
Should the personal agreement be successfully finalised, the focus will shift entirely to the negotiation table between PSV and SC Freiburg. Reaching a mutual understanding on the transfer fee will be the crucial next step required to bring the young French defender to Eindhoven.
