Perez likens Van Bommel’s speed to Antony’s Dutch dominance

In the heated clash against Serbia, the Dutch winger Ruben van Bommel repeatedly outran his markers, prompting former player Kenneth Perez and analyst Arno Vermeulen to voice their admiration. The pair highlighted his blistering pace and constant threat, drawing immediate attention.

Against Serbia he displayed abundant speed and a palpable danger in the final third. Perez noted that in one‑on‑one situations Van Bommel either surged past with raw pace or used clever movement to bypass defenders. Such moments, he argued, are a rare weapon.

Comparison with Antony

Perez even drew a cautious parallel with former Ajax striker Antony, recalling how the Dutch forward once drifted past defenders as if they were not there. “Antony ging de verdedigers in Nederland ook voorbij alsof ze er niet stonden, en in Engeland kwam hij niks voorbij, omdat ze zo snel waren. Dat heeft Van Bommel ook,” he said.

Vermeulen praised Van Bommel’s individual bursts, stating, “De momenten dat hij één‑tegen‑één staat, of hij nou met zijn snelheid of beweging er voorbijgaat: dat wapen had hij tegen Servië ook een paar keer.” He added that not every action will succeed, reminding that “we must accept he remains a winger, so some attempts will fail.” The national coach Xavi, will not lose sleep over occasional lapses.

The former midfielder concluded that Van Bommel is an excellent player for the Dutch competition, emphasizing the blend of speed and physicality that makes him stand out. His performances suggest he could become a key asset for clubs seeking a dynamic wide attacker.