Active in Premier League
Career
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2022 Brighton U21 from Brighton U21
B
2022 Brighton from Blackburn
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2021 Blackburn from Brighton
B
2021 Brighton from Heerenveen
H
2020 Heerenveen from Brighton
B
2020 Brighton from NAC Breda
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Jan Paul van Hecke is a above average MAGNET for Brighton. Evidence: 83 Touches/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (80/100) but has room to grow in Dribbling.
Jan Paul van Hecke Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 67%
Weight 57%
Experience 47%
vs Premier League
Height 75%
Weight 65%
Experience 47%
Traits
PRIME
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 52
Shooting 80
Defense 65
Workrate 55
Passing 54
Key Strength 80 Shooting
Area to Watch 52 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Jan Paul van Hecke this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2026 | Sunderland 0-1 Brighton | 97' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Brighton 0-1 Arsenal | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Brighton 2-1 Nottingham Forest | 97' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Brentford 0-2 Brighton | 91' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-0 Brighton | 61' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Brighton 1-1 Everton | 97' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | Fulham 2-1 Brighton | 96' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Jan 19, 2026 | Brighton 1-1 Bournemouth | 98' | 7.9 | - | 1 | 60 |
| Jan 19, 2026 | Elche 2-2 Sevilla | 101' | 7.8 | 0 | 1 | 90 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Manchester City 1-1 Brighton | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Brighton 2-0 Burnley | 91' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | West Ham 2-2 Brighton | 93' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Arsenal 2-1 Brighton | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Liverpool 2-0 Brighton | 100' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Dec 07, 2025 | Brighton 1-1 West Ham | 90' | 8.0 | 0 | 1 | 52 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Brighton vs Liverpool | 73 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Burnley vs Brighton | 45 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Tottenham vs Brighton | 47 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | Brighton vs Chelsea | 74 |
| May 02, 2026 | Newcastle vs Brighton | 42 |
| May 09, 2026 | Brighton vs Wolves | 43 |
| May 17, 2026 | Leeds vs Brighton | 45 |
| May 24, 2026 | Brighton vs Manchester United | 44 |
Jan Paul van Hecke is the Platinum Engine currently defining the standard for consistency in the Premier League. With 23 appearances this term, he has established himself as a tireless presence, proving his worth through sheer physical output and a reliable full_season reliability band that marks him as a vital defensive cornerstone.
The numbers confirm van Hecke is on an upward trajectory, hitting top form with a Form rating of 81. His identity as a high-volume Engine is further cemented by the MAGNET badge; averaging 83 touches per 90 minutes, he ensures the ball is constantly funneled through his zone. In a fascinating statistical twist, his Shooting dimension of 79 emerges as his strongest pentagon trait, highlighting a dangerous threat during set-piece phases or late surges into the final third. Having logged 2,070 minutes, his Intensity rating reflects a player who covers every blade of grass to maintain the team's defensive structure.
As he continues to refine his Balance, his ability to transition play under pressure remains a key asset. Maintaining this high statistical ceiling will be essential as the club navigates the demands of a grueling domestic campaign and seeks to secure a definitive advantage in the standings.