Michael Frey, the newcomer from Schalke 04
Michael Frey, the 28-year-old Swiss striker, joins the Schalke 04 squad with the aim of injecting momentum into the squad and helping the club stay in the top flight. He left Royal Antwerp and joined Schalke 04 on loan with an option to buy.
His past in Antwerp
Frey spent two successful years at Antwerp, where he scored 33 goals in 69 games. His experience and finishing talent could be invaluable for Schalke 04, currently bottom of the Bundesliga table. After arriving at this emblematic club, he conducted an interview for Betway journalists to find their best football bets. On this occasion, Frey expressed his admiration for the club and was warmly welcomed by his teammates. He acknowledges that the Bundesliga is a more prestigious championship than the Belgian Pro League in terms of infrastructure, fans and organization.
Frey is grateful for his time in Antwerp, which allowed him to gain confidence and form lasting friendships. He remembers with emotion a match against Liège, where he scored five goals and was able to keep the ball signed by his team-mates. Despite not winning the Croky Cup with Antwerp, Frey is enjoying the intensity of the cup competition, which is reminiscent of the FIFA World Cup format.
Before moving to Antwerp, Frey had already moved to Germany in 2019 when he signed for Nuremberg. He played 32 games there and scored 5 goals, which helped save and develop the club. German clubs have been able to shine in other areas, most notably in Bundesliga 2020. At Schalke 04, he will be responsible for compensating for the absence of injured striker Sebastian Polter and helping the side earn points to improve their position in the Bundesliga placements.
An important enrichment for Schalke 04
Schalke 04 coach Thomas Reis considers Frey to be a formidable player for opposing defenders, thanks to his imposing presence on the pitch and his ability to deftly sneak into tricky areas. This is a challenge for Frey’s integration into the team, but also a valuable asset for the club. Frey, on the other hand, is keen to help Schalke retain their place in the Bundesliga and wants to continue developing as a player.
Frey and Schalke 04 face a big challenge as they are currently 5 points behind playoff Stuttgart and first non-relegated team Hertha Berlin. However, Frey is determined to settle into the team quickly and to actively participate in the hunt for points in order to guarantee Schalke 04’s presence in the Bundesliga in the coming season. The difficulty for this player is to quickly adapt to the dynamics of the group and find his place to lead this club to its best level. Observers are following Frey’s development with interest and are asking about the club’s chances of recovery thanks to this rookie.
