Jeppe Erenbjerg has praised teammate Daan Heymans following his tough demotion at K.R.C. Genk. The new Danish midfielder emphasized the healthy competition within the squad, which has endured a turbulent summer. This was reported this week by VoetbalNieuws.be, based on an interview in De Zondag.

Genk currently sits seventh in the Jupiler Pro League with eight points from five matches. The team has scored twelve goals and conceded eight, for a goal difference of plus four. The Limburgers trail leaders Gent by seven points, the opponent in their next match on September 13th.

What did Jeppe Erenbjerg say about Daan Heymans?

Jeppe Erenbjerg spoke openly about Daan Heymans's situation. Heymans was a regular starter last season but has had to accept a substitute role this campaign. "Daan is a top player and also a top guy. We get along very well. There are no bad feelings." said Erenbjerg. The comments follow what the player himself called a 'sour relegation'.

The Dane stressed that the atmosphere within the group is good, despite the fierce battle for playing time. His words are a show of support for Heymans, who has lost his place in the starting eleven. Genk's full squad can be found on our squad page.

How did Genk's turbulent summer unfold?

Pre-season was anything but quiet for K.R.C. Genk. During the preparation period, Nicky Hayen left the club suddenly. Under the guidance of Head of Football Dimitri De Condé, a complete squad overhaul was then executed.

Genk sold Kos Karetsas and Zakaria El Ouahdi for tidy millions to German clubs. Jarne Steuckers, Mujaid Sadick, Jusuf Erabi, Brent Stevens, Robin Mirisola and Yira Sor also departed the Luminus Arena, either temporarily or permanently. On the incoming side, the Limburgers broke their own transfer record with the signing of striker Rafiu Durosinmi.

Who are the new faces at the Luminus Arena?

Besides record signing Durosinmi and Jeppe Erenbjerg himself, Genk brought in six other players. Jerry Afriyie, Kevin Amaro, Christiaan Ravych, Benjamin Tahirovic, Milan Roganovic and goalkeeper Tobe Leysen also put pen to paper. It's a young, international group meant to form the core of the team.

The arrival of so many new players has naturally caused shifts in the hierarchy. Players who seemed indispensable last season must now fight for their place. The statistics for all these players can be tracked via our stats page.

What is Genk's current form and what's next?

K.R.C. Genk started the season with mixed results. Their recent form is DWDWL, meaning draw, win, draw, win, loss. With eight points from five games, the club resides in the mid-table of the standings.

The next challenge is a major one. On Sunday, September 13th, Genk hosts league-leaders Gent at the Luminus Arena. It's a direct clash against the frontrunner, where the Limburgers can slightly reduce the seven-point gap. A victory would give the season start a positive twist.

The match against Gent is vital for the team's momentum. All upcoming fixtures are listed in our fixtures calendar. Manager Wouter Vrancken's squad hopes to integrate the new signings quickly for this important home game.