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Best Alternatives to Arjen Robben

AttackerNetherlands42yN/AFull profile →

Target ManProlificSmall Sample

0.60G/90

0.20A/90

Based on 450 min · 2014 · Eredivisie · PARTIAL

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — playing style, pressing, and tactical fit. Below: the closest replacements with per-90 stats and form.

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Top 3 alternatives to Arjen Robben

Vaclav Sejk98% match
SC Heerenveen · Eredivisie
Kevin van Veen97% match
FC Eindhoven · Eredivisie
Jesse van de Haar97% match
FC Utrecht · Eredivisie

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Playing Style Analysis

Target ManProlificSmall Sample

A Target Man. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.2 key passes/90), a proven goalscorer (0.60 goals/90), a reliable supplier (0.20 assists/90), meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy) and draws fouls effectively (2.8/90). However, he loses possession under pressure (2.0 dispossessed/90). The three closest DNA matches to Arjen Robben:

Vaclav Sejk(98% match) — A Target Man. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.0 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (2.8 shots/90), a proven goalscorer (0.59 goals/90), a reliable supplier (0.20 assists/90), strong in aerial duels (4.3 aerials won/90) and top 10% scorer in the league.
Kevin van Veen(97% match) — A Target Man. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.36 goals/90), strong in aerial duels (4.0 aerials won/90) and top 20% scorer in the league.
Jesse van de Haar(97% match) — A Target Man. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.2 key passes/90) and a regular goalscorer (0.23 goals/90).

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Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity

Vaclav Sejk

SC Heerenveen · Eredivisie

Czech Republic24y

G/900.59

A/900.20

Target ManProlificSteady form

vs Robben: 18y younger

98% match

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the best alternatives to Arjen Robben?▼

The top alternatives to Arjen Robben based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Vaclav Sejk, Kevin van Veen, Jesse van de Haar, Moussa Soumano, David Min. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.

Which players are similar to Arjen Robben in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Arjen Robben in 2026 include Vaclav Sejk (N/A), Kevin van Veen (N/A), Jesse van de Haar (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Arjen Robben play and who plays similarly?▼

Arjen Robben plays as a Attacker. Players with a comparable positional profile include Vaclav Sejk (Czech Republic, N/A); Kevin van Veen (Netherlands, N/A); Jesse van de Haar (Netherlands, N/A); Moussa Soumano (France, N/A).

How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼

Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.

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