René Verheyen (born 20 March 1952) is a retired Belgian football midfielder.

Club career

During his active career he played for Lokeren (1974–1982), Club Brugge (1983–1987) and K.A.A. Gent (1987–1988). He has since his retirement worked as a manager, most notably for Club Brugge between 1999 and 2000. He is currently managing K.M.S.K. Deinze.

International career

Verheyen was a member of the Belgian team that finished second in the 1980 UEFA European Championship, and also participated in the 1982 FIFA World Cup and the 1984 UEFA European Championship.

Honours

Player

KSC Lokeren

**Club Brugge **

International

Belgium

Individual