Firm Commitment by Union Berlin

Union Berlin Officialy Snags Striker Ilic on Permanent Deal

Union Berlin secures the services of forward Ilic on a transfer agreement. - Firm Commitment by Union Berlin

Get ready to see Andrej Ilic in Union Berlin's colors for good! The physical central striker has officially secured a permanent spot with the Bundesliga squad, parting ways with OSC Lille come July 1, 2025[1].

The Serbian striker shone bright in the second half of the 2024/25 season, turning into a vital cog in Union's offensive machine. Ilic, who joined the Alte Försterei on loan from Lille last summer, bagged seven goals in the last 14 league games[2]. The seven goals earned Ilic the title of second-highest scorer in the Union squad[3].

"Andrej has made a tremendous impact on our team despite some hiccups this season. His impressive performances on the field underscore his potential to propel our team's success in the long run," said Horst Heldt, Managing Director of Professional Football Men at 1. FC Union Berlin[3]."

• Andrej Ilic
• 1. FC Union Berlin
• Bundesliga
• Berlin
• OSC Lille
• Osnabrücker Sportclub
• Lille[1] Source: Sport Bild ( accessed May 20, 2025)[2] Source: Transfermarkt ( accessed May 20, 2025)[3] Source: Berliner Zeitung ( accessed May 20, 2025)

Union Berlin's community is excited about the permanent addition of striker Andrej Ilic, who has shown great promise in the Bundesliga. In the European football leagues, Ilic's impressive performance with Union Berlin, scoring seven goals in the last 14 league games, has earned him recognition as the second-highest scorer in the team. Fans are looking forward to cheering him on in future sporting events.

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