Bart Verbruggen
#12 · Goalkeeper · age 23
[unverified] Likely first-choice keeper
85
WC26 rating
- Recent form
- 62
- Career peak
- 67
- League level
- 100
- Competition pedigree
- 56
- International pedigree
- 68
- Longevity
- 62
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Career by season
Source: transfermarkt · fetched 2026-05-29
Verbruggen’s role in Koeman’s high-line system is non-negotiable — he must function as a sweeper for Van Dijk’s risky line and as a passing outlet against pressing sides like Japan. Premier League experience has hardened him; this tournament will define whether he is a one-cycle stopgap or the long-term Oranje keeper.
Strengths
- Distribution under press — comfortable as an 11th outfielder
- Reflex shot-stopping at close range
Recent form
Brighton's first-choice keeper through 2025-26; minor fitness scare in April resolved before camp.
Stands 6'4" but identifies as a basketball fan first — has spoken in interviews about following the Phoenix Suns since childhood.