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FC Volendam· 2022/2023 · Eredivisie · PARTIAL

Best Alternatives to Dion Vlak

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Based on 270 min · 2022/2023 · 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 Dion Vlak

Roy Kortsmit84% match
NAC Breda · Eredivisie
Mark De Vries83% match
Katwijk · Eredivisie
Tim Coremans83% match
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Playing Style Analysis

Reliable KeeperSmall Sample

Dion Vlak is a Reliable Keeper. Consistent goalkeeper with a solid record. Statistically, he stands out as keeps goals out effectively (0.33 conceded/90). (Limited sample: 270 mins) The three closest DNA matches to Dion Vlak:

Roy Kortsmit(84% match) — Roy Kortsmit is a Reliable Keeper. Consistent goalkeeper with a solid record.
Mark De Vries(83% match) — Mark de Vries is a Traditional Keeper. Line-focused shot-stopper. (Limited sample: 330 mins)
Tim Coremans(83% match) — Tim Coremans is a Traditional Keeper. Line-focused shot-stopper. (Limited sample: 270 mins)

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Roy Kortsmit

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Who are the best alternatives to Dion Vlak?▼

The top alternatives to Dion Vlak based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Roy Kortsmit, Mark De Vries, Tim Coremans, Nordin Bakker, Andries Noppert. 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 Dion Vlak in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Dion Vlak in 2026 include Roy Kortsmit (N/A), Mark De Vries (N/A), Tim Coremans (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Dion Vlak play and who plays similarly?▼

Dion Vlak plays as a Goalkeeper. Players with a comparable positional profile include Roy Kortsmit (Netherlands, N/A); Mark De Vries (Netherlands, N/A); Tim Coremans (Netherlands, N/A); Nordin Bakker (Netherlands, 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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