Malik Tillman could join USMNT teammate with January transfer growing likely

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Malik Tillman is reportedly likely to leave the Bundesliga club in the January transfer window. The USMNT international has been linked with potential Premier League moves to Brighton, Fulham, and Bournemouth, which could see him join international teammates Antonee Robinson or Tyler Adams. Tillman has reportedly lost his starting place under manager Carles Martinez Novell after starting the club's first four league matches.

Writer Bryan Zarpentine argues that a midseason transfer to England would benefit Tillman, noting his strong recent performances under USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino contrasting with his club struggles. Zarpentine highlights that while Brighton made a bid in the summer, moves to struggling Fulham or Bournemouth could offer Tillman immediate playing time and familiar international colleagues.