St Mirren Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Killian Phillips on loan until the end of the season subject to clearance.
The 22-year-old joins on a season-long loan from English Premier League side Crystal Palace with an obligation to buy next summer. The deal will see Killian contracted to the club until summer 2026 with the club holding an option to extend for a further year.
Born in the United States, Killian has been capped six times by Republic of Ireland at U21 level and began his professional career with Irish side Drogheda United. The midfielder then made the move to Crystal Palace in January 2022 after a successful trial.
During his time at the Eagles, Killian would have loan spells with Shrewsbury Town and Wycombe Wanderers as well as experience in the SPFL with Aberdeen.
Speaking to stmirren.com, Killian: "I'm buzzing.
"I spoke to the gaffer and he sold the club to me. He told me about all the players that have come through St Mirren and how he likes to develop players.
I played here last season and the ground was rocking. I know how passionate the fans are up here and how good the standard is so it was something I wanted to play in again.
"I'm a box-to-box midfielder and I'll always give 100%. It's been a long summer, but I'm delighted this deal is done and can't wait to get going."
Manager Stephen Robinson was pleased to add Killian to the ranks and admitted it’s someone he’s had his eye on for a period of time.
"Killian is somebody we have looked at for a while," the manager said.
He needs a home and somewhere to settle. He’s still a young boy finding his way in his career and we have to give him that home.
"He’ll improve with the coaching, but he has the physical attributes. He’s a big boy, he can run, and he’ll hopefully help provide goals in the team as well. With a couple of bumps and knocks in the midfield it’s important we strengthen our numbers in there."
