Cheaper alternatives to Daan Heymans
CAMKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaan Heymans's profile ↗
Daan Heymans is an attacking midfielder for KRC Genk in the Belgian Pro League, having made 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 10 goals and 4 assists. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Heymans, players like Noah Naujoks (Excelsior) and Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) both offer similar roles with fit scores of 83/100, each valued at €1m. Other budget alternatives include Florian Sotoca (RC Lens) and Thomas Robinet (Almere City FC), both valued at €1m as well.
12 cheaper alternatives to Daan Heymans
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 2 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 84 | 83 |
| 3 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 4 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 30 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 83 | 80 |
| 7 | Lucas Hölersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €2.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 94 | 80 |
| 9 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.8m | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daan Heymans
≈ 100% Daan Heymans · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Daan Heymans · strong: xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Daan Heymans · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Daan Heymans?
Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €700k with a 83/100 match to Daan Heymans.
Who is the best-value alternative to Daan Heymans?
Noah Naujoks offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €1.4m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Daan Heymans?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (attacking midfielder) by how closely they match Daan Heymans's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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