USMNT starlet Malik Tillman still in limbo over possible summer transfer as PSV weigh up activating purchase option that would steal him away from Bayern Munich

Tillman is a graduate of Bayern's youth system and is currently on loan at Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven. The midfielder has enjoyed a superb start to the season, scoring five goals and providing one assist in eight league matches. PSV reportedly have a purchase option of around $13 million (£12m) hat can be activated at the end of the season, meaning Tillman might not have much of a say when it comes to his future.

The 21-year-old told Voetbal International reporter Marco Timmer: "I don't know what happens after this season.That depends on PSV and Bayern.If PSV activates the purchase option, I don't think I have much to say about it.Then I play at a high level at PSV, I want to get better, and ultimately take a step up again."

Indeed, Tillman made it clear that he is happy and settled in Eindhoven. "I have really enjoyed my time at PSV from day one. It was the right move for me after Rangers FC. The trainer, the team and the attacking style of play suit me. We also play in the Champions League and that was a very important condition for me. I have only positive feelings about PSV. I want to develop further in Eindhoven and who knows what will be possible next."

Tillman has certainly benefited from joining PSV, reflected by his continuing involvement with the USMNT. His performances have contributed to his side's 12-game-winning start to the Eredivisie season, and he looks to be in a good position to be included in Gregg Berhalter's squad for the Copa America next summer.

Tillman, who featured from the bench for USMNT in their 2-1 defeat against Trinidad & Tobago, will be back in club duty on Saturday when PSV travel to FC Twente. It seems likely that the Dutch club will make his move permanent, but for how long they can keep hold of him remains to be seen.