The Eagles signed Michael Hector of Chelsea FC on a one-year loan deal until summer 2017. The 24-year old and 1.93m tall central defender was last on loan at Reading FC (35 games, 1 goal in last season's Championship).
Michael Anthony James Hector was born on 19 July 1992 in London / UK and is an English and a Jamaican citizen. He recorded 17 caps for "The Reggae Boyz" so far and will receive the jersey number 15 at Eintracht.
Sporting Director Bruno Hübner: „Michael Hector is the type of player we were after - physical, tall and good in aerial duels. He has a lot of potential and it is a great chance for him to play Bundesliga. It is great that Michael went for it!"
Michael Hector: "Frankfurt is a cool city and my first impressions are all very good. I will settle in easily being from London. I know about Eintracht's great history and I am excited about the challenge - can't wait to get on that pitch!"
Player Facts:
- Name: Michael Anthony James Hector
- Date of Birth: 19 July 1992
- Age: 24
- Nationality: England / Jamaica
- Height: 1.93m
- Main Position: Center Back
- Jersey Number: 15
- Foot: Right
- Current Club: Chelsea Football Club
- Languages: English
