Kapanlagi.com - Brandon Scheunemann, a talented young star ready to steal the spotlight, has officially joined Arema FC in the mid-season transfer window of Liga 1 2024/2025. The 19-year-old player previously strengthened PSIS Semarang and had a loan spell at Persipura Jayapura to gain more experience. With Brandon's arrival, Arema FC now has additional strength in the defense, which is expected to elevate the team to a higher level.
As the son of coach Timo Scheunemann, football has been an inseparable part of Brandon's life since he was a child. Born in Malang on March 9, 2005, he feels as if he has returned home when he finally wears the jersey of the club that represents his birthplace. With great enthusiasm, Brandon expressed his happiness to play close to family and friends who have always supported him.
Brandon's presence at Arema FC is not only to fulfill the team's needs in the backline but also a smart step for the club's future. He has signed a two-year contract, making him the first recruit of Singo Edan in this mid-season transfer window. Let's get to know this talented figure better, summarized by Kapanlagi.com, Sunday (19/1).
Brandon, who began his professional adventure at PSIS Semarang in 2022, has felt the pulse of Liga 1 Indonesia with great enthusiasm. Although he has performed brilliantly in several matches, his career journey has not always been smooth, and he has had to work hard to earn consistent playing time.
In the first half of the 2024/2025 season, Brandon was even loaned to Persipura Jayapura to hone his skills in Liga 2, a move that equipped him with valuable experience. His time at PSIS not only taught him playing techniques but also forged his mentality in facing tough competition.
Now, the decision to join Arema, a club with a glorious history in Indonesian football, marks an important turning point in his career. His ability to adapt to various positions, both as a center-back and a defensive midfielder, makes him a valuable asset ready to shine on the green field.
Brandon's decision to join Arema FC is not just a career move, but also a journey back to his hometown. As a son of Malang, he feels an invaluable warmth when returning to the place where his family awaits. "My family is all in Malang. It feels like going home," said Brandon in one of his statements.
Arema FC, known as one of the giants of Indonesian football, is the ideal choice for him, especially at a time when the club needs additional strength in the back line due to injuries to several key players.
The Arema management sees in Brandon a young talent who has proven himself in Liga 1, with great potential to make a positive impact, not only this season but also for the future of the team.
"I am from Malang, I have family and friends here. They certainly provide support for me directly," Brandon added, quoted from wearemania.net.
Brandon, the son of Timo Scheunemann—a football coach who once made a name in Indonesia—began his career journey with careful consideration and support from his father.
Timo, who plays the role of both mentor and parent, always emphasizes the importance of playing opportunities at the ages of 18-21, a crucial phase that can determine a player's future. After thorough discussions with his family, Brandon decided to join Arema, a team that desperately needed a solid defender amid an injury crisis.
However, despite having an experienced father, Brandon did not receive an easy path; he had to fight his way up, starting from youth competitions in Malang before moving on to PSIS and now Arema.
"The age of 18-21 can be a graveyard for players if they do not get opportunities. A football career depends on effort and a bit of luck. We hope Brandon finds better opportunities at Arema," said Timo, affectionately known as Cak Timo, filled with hope for his son's future.
Joining Arema FC has not been an easy journey for Brandon; he has had to fight hard to secure a place in the main team amidst fierce competition with senior players.
At the same time, Arema is striving to rise from difficult times and get back on the winning track, making every match a proving ground for young players like Brandon.
Despite the immense pressure to perform consistently, the support from his family and his experience gives him the confidence that he can make a maximum contribution.
With the hope of becoming an integral part of Arema's success, Brandon is ambitious to bring this club back to prominence both domestically and internationally.
"There are two things we are focusing on now, players who can not only complement the current squad but also lay the foundation for the team in the future," said Arema FC coach Jose Manuel Gomes da Silva, quoting ANTARA.
Arema FC management took a smart step by recruiting Brandon Scheunemann, a talented young player who already has valuable experience in Liga 1 and the Indonesia U-20 National Team.
Arema's General Manager, Yusrinal Fitriandi, emphasized that Brandon's presence is not just an additional player, but a long-term investment for the club's future.
Coach Ze Gomes also warmly welcomed Brandon's arrival, believing that he will be an important force in the defense, especially amidst injuries affecting several senior players.
With this strategy, Arema aims to face the second round of Liga 1 more resiliently, while also creating a solid player regeneration to ensure the club's success in the future.
Brandon moved to Arema to play closer to family and to get more playing opportunities.
As a father and coach, Timo provides guidance and full support to help Brandon develop his career.
Brandon hopes to help Arema regain glory and prove his abilities in the Liga 1 competition.
Arema recruited Brandon to add depth to the squad and as part of the club's long-term strategy.
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