Overview
- Willem II confirmed on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, that Vilhena has signed until the end of the season, completing his return to the Dutch top flight.
- Vilhena said he is happy to be back in the Netherlands and aims to enjoy playing, be important for the club, and help Willem II fight for survival.
- The move follows a season of limited action in Athens, where Vilhena made only three appearances and was judged surplus to requirements at Panathinaikos despite having one year left on his contract.
- Technical director Freek Heerkens said the club signed Vilhena for his Eredivisie knowledge, experience abroad, midfield quality, and strong personality to steady a young squad.
- Vilhena is a Feyenoord academy product with more than 200 games for the club and 15 Netherlands caps, and his arrival could immediately affect starting midfield choices and the team’s leadership during the relegation battle.