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FC Emmen· 2021/2022 · Eredivisie · FULL

Best Alternatives to Koen Bucker

GoalkeeperNetherlands30yN/AFull profile →

Reliable Keeper

0.00G/90

0.00A/90

Based on 1,080 min · 2021/2022 · 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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Top 3 alternatives to Koen Bucker

Yanick van Osch87% match
RKC Waalwijk · Eredivisie
Tim Coremans86% match
FC Dordrecht · Eredivisie
Andries Noppert86% match
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Playing Style Analysis

Reliable Keeper

Koen Bucker is a Reliable Keeper. Consistent goalkeeper with a solid record. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (71% success) and keeps goals out effectively (0.33 conceded/90). The three closest DNA matches to Koen Bucker:

Yanick van Osch(87% match) — Yanick van Osch is a Traditional Keeper. Line-focused shot-stopper.
Tim Coremans(86% match) — Tim Coremans is a Traditional Keeper. Line-focused shot-stopper. (Limited sample: 270 mins)
Andries Noppert(86% match) — Andries Noppert is a Traditional Keeper. Line-focused shot-stopper.

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Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity

Yanick van Osch

RKC Waalwijk · Eredivisie

Netherlands29yContract 2026

Tkl/900.00

Traditional KeeperSmall Sample

87% match

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Who are the best alternatives to Koen Bucker?▼

The top alternatives to Koen Bucker based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Yanick van Osch, Tim Coremans, Andries Noppert, Michael Brouwer, Christian Ortag. 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 Koen Bucker in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Koen Bucker in 2026 include Yanick van Osch (N/A), Tim Coremans (N/A), Andries Noppert (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Koen Bucker play and who plays similarly?▼

Koen Bucker plays as a Goalkeeper. Players with a comparable positional profile include Yanick van Osch (Netherlands, N/A); Tim Coremans (Netherlands, N/A); Andries Noppert (Netherlands, N/A); Michael Brouwer (Netherlands, N/A).

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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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