"Felt happy again" – Striker says QPR offered escape route, reward for impeccable attitude

Frey reflects on his January 2024 move to QPR as an escape from injury and conflict at Antwerp, though he struggled to replicate his Belgian form in the Championship.

Michael Frey has spoken about his move from Royal Antwerp to Queens Park Rangers in January 2024, describing it as a reward for maintaining professionalism despite injury and a falling-out with then-manager Mark van Bommel. The Swiss striker managed only one goal in nine matches during the second half of 2023/24 at QPR and struggled further in subsequent seasons, eventually returning to Antwerp on loan and then permanently. He has since rejoined Antwerp for a second spell, where he has scored four goals in eight matches this season.