Everything you need to know about Wolves captain Max Kilman from his Ukrainian descent to a career in Futsal.
Wolves’ captain has certainly had an interesting career to date. Kilman is now nearing the end of his sixth season at Molineux with this year arguably being his best to date.
The defender has been a permanent fixture in Wolves’ first-team with Gary O’Neil at the helm. As a result, Kilman has become one of the club’s most prized assets.
Multiple sides have eyed the defender’s signature in the past. Italian giants Napoli bid for Kilman last summer while Manchester United are also reportedly keen on the Wolves captain.
This article explores everything you need to know about Wolves’ centre-half and captain, Max Kilman.
What is Max Kilman’s age and height?
Kilman was born on May 23, 1997. At the time of writing, this makes him 26 years old. The centre-back also stands at 1.94 metres making him six foot four inches.
Where was Kilman born?
Kilman was born in Chelsea, London. However, Kilman’s parents are both from Ukraine. His father was born in Odesa and his mother is from Kyiv.
Can he speak Russian?
As a result of his parentage, as per ESPN, Kilman can speak fluent Russian in addition to his native English tongue.
Did Max Kilman play Futsal?
Early in his career, Kilman was a regular Futsal player. He played at Genesis Futsal Club alongside the 11-a-side game up until 2018. His performances saw him capped 25 times for the England Futsal team.
However, as a result, he is no longer eligible to play for Ukraine due to his appearances for the England national team.
How much did Max Kilman cost Wolves?
Wolves signed Max Kilman in August 2018 from non-league side Maidenhead. This move was believed to have cost the club just £40,000, one of the biggest bargains in Wolves’ history.
Do Maidenhead have a sell-on clause?
Yes, Kilman’s former club Maidenhead do have a sell-on clause for the defender. The Madienhead chairman, Peter Griffin, confirmed in April 2024 that his club could receive some money if Wolves cashed in on the defender this summer.
The details of the sell-on clause are unclear at this present time.
When did he become the Wolves captain?
Kilman became captain of Wolves in August 2023. The defender took the armband from modern legend Ruben Neves who departed the club for Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in the same summer.
Wolves manager O’Neil confirmed Kilman’s appointment as captain just two days after joining the club.
On earning the role, Kilman said: “When Ruben left, I didn’t feel I had to stamp my authority and say I wanted it. I was chosen and, of course, I’m very privileged. Off the pitch, it brings more responsibility, but on the pitch, I’ll always do my best and show my leadership skills in my own way.”
How much does Kilman earn at Wolves?
Shortly after his appointment as captain, Kilman signed a new five-year deal with the club. As a result, Kilman is set to stay at the club until at least 2028.
This deal sees Kilman earn £50,000 per week.
