Cheaper alternatives to Bryan Heynen
CM/CDMKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBryan Heynen's profile ↗
Bryan Heynen is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for KRC Genk in the Belgian Pro League, having made 40 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Heynen, consider Pepelu from Valencia, valued at €7m with a fit score of 84/100, or Samu from Vizela, a budget option at €2m with the same fit score. Eric Ebimbe and James Ward-Prowse also present viable options, valued at €6m and €4m respectively, both with strong fit scores.
12 cheaper alternatives to Bryan Heynen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 3 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 4 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 10 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Bryan Heynen
≈ 100% Bryan Heynen · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Bryan Heynen · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Bryan Heynen · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Bryan Heynen?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 83/100 match to Bryan Heynen.
Who is the best-value alternative to Bryan Heynen?
Pepelu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Bryan Heynen?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Bryan Heynen'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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