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Nigeria

FC Nantes

Chidozie Awaziem

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Nigeria

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Chidozie Awaziem is a Nigerian international defender currently with FC Nantes in France's Ligue 1, recognized for his athleticism, strength, and growing maturity at the highest level. Born in 1997, Awaziem's career began in Nigeria before he was scouted by Portuguese giants FC Porto, where he developed in their famed academy and made his professional debut. Loan spells at clubs like Nantes, Çaykur Rizepor, and Boavista honed his skills, leading to a permanent move to Nantes. Standing at 189 cm, he is a dominant aerial presence and a versatile defender capable of playing center-back or right-back. He has been a regular for the Nigerian national team, featuring in AFCON tournaments and World Cup qualifiers. His key strengths are his recovery pace, physical duels, and ability to play out from defense. With a market value of €3 million, Awaziem is considered a key asset for both club and country. His career trajectory points towards a defender poised for continued success in one of Europe's top leagues.

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2025/07/22