Players like 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, scoring 10 goals and providing 4 assists. Players similar to Heymans include Jae-sung Lee from 1. FSV Mainz 05, with a fit score of 80/100, and Corentin Tolisso from Olympique Lyonnais, who has a fit score of 78/100. Both offer comparable roles and statistical profiles to Heymans.
About Daan Heymans
Daan Heymans is a dynamic attacking midfielder with a robust aerial presence, excelling in duels and clearances—traits that set him apart in the top 5% of his positional peers. With 14 goals this season, he showcases a knack for finding the net, though his creativity in playmaking could improve. Reliable and durable, missing only 14 games in three seasons, Heymans is a valuable asset for KRC Genk, combining goal-scoring ability with defensive contributions.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %. 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 · data: Sofascore, 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?
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