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PEC Zwolle· 2023/2024 · Eredivisie · PARTIAL

Best Alternatives to Thomas Buitink

Centre ForwardNetherlands26yN/AFull profile →

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0.19G/90

0.57A/90

Based on 477 min · 2023/2024 · 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 Thomas Buitink

Jaden Slory96% match
Go Ahead Eagles · Eredivisie
Malik Batmaz98% match
Preußen Münster · Bundesliga
Bilal Ould-Chikh96% match
FC Volendam · Eredivisie

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Playing Style Analysis

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A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), a prolific assist provider (0.57 assists/90) and creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.94 big chances/90). Note: this profile is based on 477 minutes of playing time this season. The three closest DNA matches to Thomas Buitink:

Jaden Slory(96% match) — A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90) and draws fouls effectively (2.0/90).
Malik Batmaz(98% match) — A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.2 key passes/90) and creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.50 big chances/90).
Bilal Ould-Chikh(96% match) — A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.0 key passes/90) and creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.50 big chances/90).

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Jaden Slory

Go Ahead Eagles · Eredivisie

vs Buitink: 5y younger · -0.19 G/90

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Who are the best alternatives to Thomas Buitink?▼

The top alternatives to Thomas Buitink based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Jaden Slory, Malik Batmaz, Bilal Ould-Chikh, Ilias Takidine, Gyan de Regt. 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 Thomas Buitink in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Thomas Buitink in 2026 include Jaden Slory (N/A), Malik Batmaz (N/A), Bilal Ould-Chikh (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Thomas Buitink play and who plays similarly?▼

Thomas Buitink plays as a Attacker. Players with a comparable positional profile include Jaden Slory (Netherlands, N/A); Malik Batmaz (Germany, N/A); Bilal Ould-Chikh (Netherlands, N/A); Ilias Takidine (Belgium, 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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