Youth and college

Michel grew up in Orlando, Florida, and played for the Orlando City U-18s, where he scored 25 goals for the U.S. Development Academy. While at Montverde, Michel helped the team build on a record 136-game unbeaten streak, which started in 2010.^[3]

He played college soccer at the University of Portland from 2016 to 2018, scoring 31 goals in 53 matches.^[4] In his freshman year, Michel was named West Coast Conference (WCC) Freshman of the Year. In 2018, he was named to the USC All-American Second Team and was the first Pilot since 2002 to be named an All-American by the United Soccer Coaches.^[5]

In May 2018, Michel featured twice for Portland Timbers U23s during their U.S. Open Cup campaign.^[6]

Orlando City

On December 31, 2018, Orlando City announced the signing of Michel to a Homegrown contract. He became the club's fifth homegrown player and the first to be born in Orlando and come up through the Development Academy.^[7] He made his professional debut as a substitute on March 31, 2019 in a 2–1 defeat to D.C. United. On June 19, Michel scored his first professional goal in extra-time of Orlando's 2–1 U.S. Open Cup win over New England Revolution.^[8] He scored his first MLS goal on July 13, 2019, in a 1–0 victory over Columbus Crew SC. In July 2019, Michel was selected to take part in the MLS Homegrown Game.^[9] He left Orlando upon the expiration of his contract at the end of the 2022 season.

Arouca

On January 6, 2023, Michel officially joined Portuguese side Arouca, signing a contract until June 2025.^[10] On January 15, 2023, Michel made his debut in a 1–1 draw against Chaves, entering the match at the 68th minute. Five days later, Michel scored his first goal in a 4–0 win over Portimonense.

College

Club

As of May 20, 2023^[18]