About Michaël Heylen
Born 1994. Michaël Heylen is a Belgian association football player.
Michaël Heylen (born 3 January 1994) is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back.
Club career Heylen joined Anderlecht in 2007 from Germinal Beerschot. As a 16-year-old he was diagnosed with Crohn's disease. However, he made it to the reserve team and became its captain. In 2013, Anderlecht decided to loan Heylen out to Kortrijk for the 2013–14 season. He made his full debut at 14 September 2013 against Gent in a 3–0 home win.
On 6 July 2022, Heylen returned to Emmen on a two-year deal.
On 17 August 2024, Heylen signed with PAC Omonia 29M in Cyprus.
International career In August 2016 he was asked to train with the senior Belgium squad by new manager Roberto Martinez.
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Who is Michaël Heylen?
Belgian footballer
When was Michaël Heylen born?
Michaël Heylen was born on 3 January 1994 in Wommelgem.
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Michaël Heylen is an association football player.
What nationality is Michaël Heylen?
Michaël Heylen is Belgian.
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