Who should replace Chibuike Nwaiwu?
CBTrabzonspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChibuike Nwaiwu's profile ↗
Chibuike Nwaiwu is a centre-back for Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super Lig, where he has made 16 appearances this season, contributing 3 goals and 1 assist. For teams seeking the best replacement for Nwaiwu, Ismaelo Ganiou from RC Lens offers a strong tactical fit with a score of 87/100, while Ozan Kabak from TSG Hoffenheim also presents a solid option with a fit score of 86/100.
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| # | 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 | Cristian Romerosimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 28 | €42m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Éder Militãosimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 28 | €21m | 93 | 83 |
| 8 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 30 | €4.1m | 93 | 86 |
| 9 | Olivier Boscaglisimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 29 | €14m | 93 | 82 |
| 10 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 87 |
* 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 tactical-fit score, Ozan Kabak (TSG Hoffenheim) does the closest job to Chibuike Nwaiwu, at 94/100 on profile. Ismaelo Ganiou and Keven Schlotterbeck follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Chibuike Nwaiwu?
Yes — Kervin Arriaga (Levante UD) plays a similar centre back role at roughly €2.1m, a 85/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Chibuike Nwaiwu?
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