Overview
- Belgian outlet Nieuwsblad names Justin Heekeren as the leading option to succeed Mads Kikkenborg, who is considering Molde FK.
- WAZ reports Anderlecht and Schalke are in contact about a possible January move, with no agreement in place.
- Anderlecht would allow Kikkenborg to leave only if a suitable replacement is secured, with Colin Coosemans currently first choice.
- Heekeren has not played a league minute this season for Schalke, his contract expires this summer, and his market value is reported at about €500,000.
- The 25-year-old made 29 appearances last season before losing the role to Loris Karius and previously spent six months on loan at Patro Eisden, where he worked with current Anderlecht goalkeeping coach Justin Verlinden.