Kevin Schade

Executive Summary

Kevin Schade is a left winger born on 2001-11-27 who plays for Brentford FC. He has become a central attacking figure under the current coaching set-up, scoring twice in a 2-2 Premier League draw at Bournemouth on 12 September 2026. The club has opened contract talks to protect his value amid concrete interest from Arsenal and other top sides.

Playing Style and Key Attributes

He is a right-footed German attacker, 185 cm, very fast and able to dribbling in tight spaces. Sources describe a direct style built on pace, with experience on the left, right and as a central striker. He has produced 23 goals in 117 appearances for the club, including two Premier League hat-tricks, and shows aerial threat as seen in the headed opener at Bournemouth. An adductor injury from September 2023 to April 2024 interrupted his first 18 months and limited his output.

Career and Recent Context

Schade came through Babelsberg and Energie Cottbus, joining SC Freiburg U19 in January 2018 for €250k. He progressed to the Freiburg first team in January 2021. He moved to the club in January 2023 for a fee of €25m and signed a deal until 2028-06-30. After the long lay-off he has regained a regular role, scoring a brilliant goal against Leeds United this season and the recent double at Bournemouth.

Transfers and Outlook

The first recorded figure was €25k in December 2019. Arsenal made an enquiry during the summer window and the club made clear he was not for sale, while several leading European clubs continue to monitor his progress. Talks over improved terms have begun as the club seeks to deter further approaches before the existing agreement runs down.