
Based on 2,857 min · 2025/2026 · Eredivisie · FULL
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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See Full Verdict + Share Card →A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.4 key passes/90), heavily involved in play (57 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.2/90) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions. The three closest DNA matches to Sven Simons:
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Source · Sven Simons
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