Although Michy has made it clear how important this stage of his career in Frankfurt is for remaining a relevant athlete in Europe, his future plans seem well defined, and fashion will certainly have a place in Batshuayi’s life. "Since the beginning of 2025, I’ve started developing SKP, which isn’t just a brand but a real creative project. It’s a space where I can explore fashion, tell stories, and assert an identity that transcends football. With SKP, I want to leave something behind once my football career is over".

Moreover, the fact that Michy, as a footballer, had to overcome more than one obstacle in trying to freely express himself through style has profoundly strengthened him, making him a stronger person practically as well. "Being a footballer means living with a very strict discipline: rules, schedules, restrictions—it’s part of the job. Sometimes, yes, it can feel like it limits your freedom, especially when exploring new interests. But in the end, a footballer’s life teaches you rigor, patience, and organization. Often, the rules seemed limiting, but they pushed me to find other ways to exist off the field".

Scrolling through Michy Batshuayi’s Instagram profile, there’s more than a few fit pics or photoshoots set against cars: for example, one in which he was styled by Benjamin Comuce—the styling that brought us in contact with the striker—features a Lancia Delta Integrale, an Ushanka hat, and loafers with white socks and shorts. The inspiration seems to come straight from Tyler The Creator’s 2021 short video Side Street. "Cars are a real passion for me. I love their design, and for me, a car tells a story, just like an outfit. Returning to Tyler, The Creator, he’s a huge source of inspiration for me. He built his universe by combining music, fashion, and more with total freedom. I see myself in him: don’t set limits, create your own rules, always".

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