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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick first steps allow him to get forward down the left flank rapidly. (conf 0.55)
Genuine pace to recover and support overlapping runs in transition. (conf 0.55)
Nimble in tight areas when driving past a full-back. (conf 0.5)
Covers the flank repeatedly across matches in a demanding Ligue 1 schedule. (conf 0.5)
Control
Generally tidy control under pressure typical of a South American academy product. (conf 0.45)
Comfortable carrying the ball at pace and beating a man one-on-one. (conf 0.5)
Uses body reasonably well to protect the ball near the touchline. (conf 0.45)
Adequate but unremarkable technique when driving crosses or shots. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up combinations along the left channel. (conf 0.5)
Occasional switches of play but not a standout long-range passer. (conf 0.4)
Willing to whip in crosses from advanced full-back positions. (conf 0.5)
Functional decision-making in the final third for his role. (conf 0.4)
Chance threat
Not a regular scoring threat, as expected of a full-back. (conf 0.35)
Rarely shoots, picking sensible moments when he does. (conf 0.35)
Times overlapping and underlapping runs to stretch opposition defenses. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Undersized for a full-back but competes when required defensively. (conf 0.4)
Combative in one-on-one defensive duels against wingers. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Energetic in closing down opponents high up the pitch. (conf 0.5)
Active in interceptions and recovery challenges along his flank. (conf 0.45)
Still refining discipline in a possession-heavy Ligue 1 system. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Generally settled on the ball though can be rushed under heavy pressure. (conf 0.45)
Sound game management typical of an experienced South American international. (conf 0.45)
Covers ground tirelessly both defensively and in attack. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
No major injury history of note through his career so far. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Still developing in Europe with room to sharpen his final-third output. (conf 0.45)
Known within Ecuadorian national team circles and Ligue 1 but not a global name. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jhoanner Chávez is a quick, attack-minded Ecuadorian left-back who joined Lens after making his name at Independiente del Valle in South America. He is best known for his pace and willingness to overlap and support the attack down the left, while still developing the defensive consistency needed at the top level of Ligue 1. A regular in Ecuador's national team setup, he brings athleticism and energy to both boxes.