Active in Bundesliga
Julian Niehues
Midfielder #16
Age 24 years
Nationality Germany
Market Value €2M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Julian Niehues is a above average INTERCEPTOR for 1. FC Heidenheim. Evidence: 1.4 Interceptions/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (77/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
Physical profile: Tall For Position, Physically Strong.
Julian Niehues Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 99%
Weight 98%
Experience 38%
vs Bundesliga
Height 95%
Weight 94%
Experience 40%
Traits
GIANT
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 46
Shooting 77
Defense 62
Workrate 23
Passing 6
Key Strength 77 Shooting
Area to Watch 6 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Julian Niehues this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2026 | Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0 1. FC Heidenheim | ' | - | - | - | 55 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim 2-4 1899 Hoffenheim | ' | - | - | - | 79 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Werder Bremen 2-0 1. FC Heidenheim | 45' | 6.7 | - | - | 20 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim 3-3 VfB Stuttgart | 75' | 6.7 | - | - | 100 |
| Feb 15, 2026 | FC Augsburg 1-0 1. FC Heidenheim | 81' | 6.3 | - | - | 27 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim 0-2 Hamburger SV | 64' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Borussia Dortmund 3-2 1. FC Heidenheim | 70' | 8.5 | 2 | 0 | 100 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim 0-3 RB Leipzig | 7' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 1-1 1. FC Heidenheim | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 2-1 1. FC Heidenheim | 75' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Jan 10, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim 2-2 1. FC Köln | 92' | 7.3 | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Dec 21, 2025 | 1. FC Heidenheim 0-4 Bayern München | 26' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Dec 13, 2025 | FC St. Pauli 2-1 1. FC Heidenheim | 78' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Dec 06, 2025 | 1. FC Heidenheim 2-1 SC Freiburg | 70' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| Nov 29, 2025 | Union Berlin 1-2 1. FC Heidenheim | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen | 41 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Borussia Mönchengladbach vs 1. FC Heidenheim | 46 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim vs Union Berlin | 56 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | SC Freiburg vs 1. FC Heidenheim | 50 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim vs FC St. Pauli | 47 |
| May 02, 2026 | Bayern München vs 1. FC Heidenheim | 78 |
| May 09, 2026 | 1. FC Köln vs 1. FC Heidenheim | 53 |
| May 16, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim vs FSV Mainz 05 | 51 |
Player Market Value
Track Julian Niehues's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €1.5M
Peak Value €1.5M (Q2'23)
€1.5M €750K €0
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Julian Niehues is Heidenheim's bronze Engine, a physically imposing midfielder who joined the club in the summer of 2024. At 25 years old and standing 1.95m tall, the Münster-born player brings significant stature to the pitch, building a strong body of work in the top flight after his successful transition from the lower divisions.
Operating as an Engine with a hybrid sniper profile, Niehues offers a unique blend of defensive coverage and clinical finishing. Over 14 appearances and 782 minutes of action, he has proven his worth as an INTERCEPTOR, consistently reading the game to break up opposition play. He is currently hitting top form, evidenced by an impressive return of three goals in his last five outings. His Shooting dimension is his standout attribute, providing a goal threat that complements his tactical positioning perfectly. With a form trend surging upward, he is quickly becoming a vital component of the starting eleven.
Holding a stable market value of €2M, Niehues represents a reliable asset for the club's tactical framework. The Intensity he brings to the center of the park will be crucial as the season progresses and the team looks to maintain its competitive edge.