Union Berlin Permanently Recruits Andrej Ilic: A Sturdy Striker with a Killer Instinct
Union Activates Purchase Agreement for Ilic - Union abandons purchase intention towards Ilic
Union Berlin has officially confirmed the long-term recruitment of Andrej Ilic, the dynamic striker who positively reaped benefits post a coaching change at Union. The 25-year-old star is all set to flourish in Köpenick for a four-year stint, securing his tenure with the club until summer 2029. Union shelled out approximately 5 million euros to OSC Lille to acquire Ilic's services.
While under Steffen Baumgart's guidance, Ilic savored remarkable success, burying an impressive seven of his Bundesliga goals in the second half of the season. Previously, Ilic had not earned regular minutes under Bo Svensson's regime.
Apart from Ilic's deal, Union has allegedly agreed to terms with SC Paderborn concerning Ilyas Ansah. The highly-rated 20-year-old striker is expected to undergo a medical examination next week, with Union's anticipated cost, including bonuses, amounting to roughly 4 million euros.
Ansah's rapid ascent from Paderborn's U19 squad to their senior team in 2023 was unparalleled. In the 2024/25 campaign, the youth national team player consistently lauded acclamation as one of Paderborn's top performers, boasting six goals and assists apiece in the second division.
- Key Player Acquisition
- Andrej Ilic
- 1. FC Union Berlin
- Bundesliga
- Berlin
- Four-year contract
- OSC Lille
- Osnabrück Sports Club
Insights:According to recent reports, Ilic's contract with Union is now permanent, following the exercise of Union's buyout option. Union's managing director, Horst Heldt, has lauded Ilic's physical prowess, goal-scoring knack, and tenacious mentality as the driving forces behind securing Ilic's future with the club. During the 2024/25 season's Bundesliga Rückrunde, Ilic emerged as Union's second-highest scorer.
Reference(s):[1] Union Berlin permanently signs Andrej Ilic from Lille OSC (June 3, 2025). Sky Sports. Retrieved July 1, 2025, from https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11595/12141554/union-berlin-permanently-signs-andrej-ilic-from-lille-osk.
The footballers at Union Berlin, after the acquisition of Andrej Ilic, will have an even stronger attack, as Ilic scored seven Bundesliga goals under the guidance of Steffen Baumgart. On the side, community aid and vocational training programs in the Union Berlin region could benefit from the success of the club, potentially attracting more financial support and partnerships.
In addition to Ilic's transfer, Union Berlin is reportedly close to completing a deal for Ilyas Ansah from SC Paderborn. With Ansah's six goals and six assists in the second division during the 2024/25 campaign, he could make significant contributions to Union Berlin's European leagues campaign in the future.
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