SWOS 2020/2021
SWOS 2020/2021

PHILIPP MAX
PHILIPP MAX
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Number
#3
Nationality
Germany
Team
PSV (Netherlands)
Coach
ROGER SCHMIDT
Position
LB (Left Back)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
7 3 4 6 3 7 0 30 2.3 £1.3M

Philipp Max

  • Full name: Philipp Max
  • Date of birth: March 30, 1993
  • Place of birth: Lohr am Main, Germany
  • Nationality: German
  • Position: Left back / Wing-back
  • Height: 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in)

Club career highlights

  • Youth and early career: Came through youth systems including 1860 Munich and 1. FC Nürnberg.
  • FC Augsburg (2015–2020): Broke into the Bundesliga with Augsburg, developing a reputation for strong attacking runs, crossing and set-piece delivery.
  • Schalke 04 (loan 2017–2018): Spent a season on loan, gaining regular playing time in the Bundesliga.
  • PSV Eindhoven (2020–2023): Transferred to PSV where he became an influential attacking full-back/wing-back. Contributed assists and goals, helping PSV compete at the top of the Eredivisie and play in European competitions. Won domestic honors with PSV, including the KNVB Cup and/or Eredivisie title during his spell (club achievements include league and cup success in that period).
  • Subsequent moves: After PSV, he returned to Germany and later joined other clubs (transfers and exact dates may vary depending on the most recent season).

International career

  • Philipp Max has been called up to the senior Germany national team and made appearances, benefitting from his strong club form, particularly during his time at FC Augsburg and PSV.

Playing style

  • Attack-minded left back/wing-back with excellent crossing ability and set-piece quality.
  • Known for delivering assists, making overlapping runs, and contributing to build-up play.
  • Physically tall for a full-back, useful in aerial duels and defensive set pieces.

Notable statistics (approximate)

  • Appearances and goals vary by season and competition; during his PSV spell he registered several goals and a high number of assists relative to defenders, reflecting his attacking role.

Sources and currency

The above summary reflects information up to and around 2023; for the latest club, appearances, and honors beyond that date, please consult current club websites, league records, or major football databases (e.g., Transfermarkt, Soccerway, UEFA).