Bryan Heynen

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League: Jupiler Pro LeagueTeam: KRC GenkNationality: Belgium
Positions:CMDMAMAge: ~29

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Confidence: 54%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 67 / 100·Confidence 54%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration62

Modest burst but compensates with intelligent early movement. (conf 0.55)

Top speed60

Not a pace threat, adequate for Belgian top-flight tempo. (conf 0.5)

Agility63

Solid balance in tight midfield exchanges. (conf 0.5)

Stamina78

Covers box-to-box ground consistently as Genk's captain and engine. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch72

Clean control under pressure typical of a long-time Genk playmaker. (conf 0.6)

Dribbling60

Progresses play more through passing than close control. (conf 0.5)

Ball shielding68

Uses frame well to protect the ball in central areas. (conf 0.5)

Ball striking72

Capable of driven long-range efforts, has scored notable goals from distance. (conf 0.55)

Distribution

Short passing76

Reliable tempo-setter circulating play through Genk's midfield. (conf 0.6)

Long passing71

Switches play with decent range to wide areas. (conf 0.55)

Crossing55

Limited output from wide zones given central role. (conf 0.45)

Vision74

Reads passing lanes well as the team's midfield organizer. (conf 0.6)

Chance threat

Finishing65

Chips in with a handful of goals per season from midfield. (conf 0.55)

Shot selection66

Generally picks sensible moments to shoot from distance. (conf 0.5)

Off-ball movement65

Times late runs into the box reasonably well. (conf 0.5)

Set-piece shot60

Occasional set-piece involvement, not a primary taker. (conf 0.45)

Duels

Aerial58

Competes adequately but not a dominant aerial presence. (conf 0.45)

Ground duels70

Combative in midfield battles, wins his share of tackles. (conf 0.55)

Defense

Pressing intensity70

Leads by example applying pressure as captain. (conf 0.55)

Defensive disruption68

Breaks up opposition attacks through positioning and timing. (conf 0.5)

Defensive positioning72

Disciplined shape in a two- or three-man midfield. (conf 0.55)

Mental

Composure74

Calm on the ball befitting his captaincy and experience. (conf 0.6)

Decision making73

Consistently makes sound choices as Genk's on-field leader. (conf 0.55)

Work rate79

Relentless effort level underpins his role as club captain. (conf 0.6)

Resilience

Injury reliability70

Has generally maintained a fairly consistent availability record. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential45

Late twenties, established at his level with limited further upside. (conf 0.55)

Reputation58

Well known within Belgian football as Genk's long-serving captain. (conf 0.55)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Bryan Heynen is a Belgian box-to-box midfielder and the long-serving captain of KRC Genk, valued for his work rate, tactical discipline, and ability to dictate tempo from central midfield. He combines a tidy passing range with a knack for chipping in with important goals, including strikes from distance. Having spent the bulk of his career at Genk, he remains a key leadership figure and tactical fulcrum in the Jupiler Pro League.

Long-time captain of KRC Genk, having come through and stayed with the club for the majority of his career.

Known for occasionally scoring spectacular long-range goals despite being a deep-lying midfielder.

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