Players like Daan Heymans
CAMKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaan Heymans's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daan Heymans are Jae-sung Lee, Corentin Tolisso, Amine Adli. Doppel rates Jae-sung Lee (1. FSV Mainz 05) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Noah Naujoks scores 83/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of September 2026.
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Daan Heymans is a dynamic attacking midfielder, showcasing his aerial prowess and defensive tenacity, making him a versatile asset in midfield battles. With a Sofascore rating in the top 12% of his peers, he stands out for his exceptional ability to win duels and clearances, contributing significantly on both ends of the pitch. While his finishing could improve, his reliability, missing only 14 games in the last three seasons, underscores his durability and value to KRC Genk.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %, Clearances. Availability: 14 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daan Heymans
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 92 | 78 |
| 3 | Amine Adlisimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 26 | €18m | 92 | 77 |
| 4 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Lucas Hölersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €2.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Carlo Holsesimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 27 | €6.5m | 89 | 77 |
| 8 | Weston McKenniesimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €31m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 30 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 89 | 77 |
| 12 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daan Heymans
≈ 100% Daan Heymans · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Daan Heymans · strong: Touches, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Daan Heymans · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Daan Heymans?
By Doppel's fit score, Jae-sung Lee (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest profile to Daan Heymans, with a 80/100 overall match. Corentin Tolisso and Amine Adli are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daan Heymans?
Yes. Noah Naujoks (Excelsior) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daan Heymans?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daan Heymans's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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