Players like Chibuike Nwaiwu
CBTrabzonspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChibuike Nwaiwu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Chibuike Nwaiwu are Ozan Kabak, Ismaelo Ganiou, Keven Schlotterbeck. Doppel rates Ozan Kabak (TSG Hoffenheim) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kervin Arriaga scores 85/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Chibuike Nwaiwu is an attacking centre-back who excels in contributing to his team's offense, evidenced by his impressive goal tally and finishing ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 1% of his positional peers, he showcases a rare blend of defensive prowess and attacking threat, winning duels consistently while remaining durable, having missed only five games in three seasons. Though he has room to improve in aerial duels, his overall quality makes him a standout performer in the league.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Chibuike Nwaiwu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Keven Schlotterbecksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 29 | €5.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 30 | €4.1m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Joško Gvardiolsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €64m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Chibuike Nwaiwu
≈ 100% Chibuike Nwaiwu · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Chibuike Nwaiwu · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Chibuike Nwaiwu · strong: Duels won, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Chibuike Nwaiwu?
By Doppel's fit score, Ozan Kabak (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Chibuike Nwaiwu, with a 86/100 overall match. Ismaelo Ganiou and Keven Schlotterbeck are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Chibuike Nwaiwu?
Yes. Kervin Arriaga (Levante UD) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Chibuike Nwaiwu?
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