Who should replace Chidozie Awaziem?
CBNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChidozie Awaziem's profile ↗
Chidozie Awaziem is a centre-back for Nantes in Ligue 1, with 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists. For those seeking the best replacement for Awaziem, Harry Darling from Norwich City offers a strong fit score of 86/100, while Mike Eerdhuijzen and Patric Pfeiffer both provide solid alternatives with fit scores of 80/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mike Eerdhuijzensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.4m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Patric Pfeiffersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 27 | €2.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Antonio Raíllosimilar↗ | Mallorca | 35 | €1.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Brandon Mechelesimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 33 | €2.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Willi Orbánsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 34 | €5.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 12 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Chidozie Awaziem
≈ 100% Chidozie Awaziem · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Chidozie Awaziem · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Chidozie Awaziem · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Chidozie Awaziem?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Mike Eerdhuijzen (FC Utrecht) does the closest job to Chidozie Awaziem, at 93/100 on profile. Harry Darling and Patric Pfeiffer follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Chidozie Awaziem?
Yes — Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role at roughly €800k, a 83/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Chidozie Awaziem?
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