RCD Mallorca has ensured an important reinforcement for its defense with the incorporation of the Belgian central defender Siebe Van der Heyden. According to information advanced by the Belgian media Sudinfo and confirmed by sources close to the club, the transfer has been closed for a figure of three million euros, with the possibility of reaching 3.5 million euros including bonus.
Mallorca’s interest in van der heiden It is not new, since last season the Balearic club showed interest in the player. Van der Heyden has been a mainstay in the defensive line at his current club, Union Saint-Gilloise, where he has filled the left wing of a three-centre line in most games. The signing is expected to become official in the next few hours.
Mallorca closes a signing of 3 million for the defense
The Belgian is a left-footed defender with excellent technical skills, a great ability to come out with the ball under control, a good stride and an outstanding passing game. His defensive qualities make him suitable to jump to a higher level league than the Belgian Jupiler Pro League. However, he has sometimes shown some impulsiveness in his actions, which has resulted in a considerable number of yellow cards. In the last season, in 45 games played, he was booked 17 times.
Since Union Saint-Gilloise’s rise to the Belgian football top flight in 2021, Van der Heyden has been a pivotal player and leader both on and off the pitch. He has earned the love of the fans thanks to his dedication and leadership, being he who leads the chants with the fans after the games have finished.
In addition to his outstanding performance at the club level, Van der Heyden has managed to gain the attention of the Belgium national team. The center-back, formed in the prestigious Anderlecht youth academy, made his debut with the senior team in a friendly against Burkina Faso in April 2022. He also has experience in European competitions, since last season he participated in both the previous rounds of the League of Champions like in the Europa League, reaching the quarterfinals with Union Saint-Gilloise.
