Dou Jiaxing

Dou Jiaxing is a commanding central defender for Jiangsu Suning in the Chinese Women's Super League (CWSL), known for her defensive prowess and playmaking abilities. At 25, Jiaxing has quickly established herself as a pivotal figure in the team's back line. Over the course of 19 games, she has shown remarkable consistency, accumulating 1100 minutes of playing time. While not a direct threat to the goal, with zero goals and assists to her name, her contributions are crucial in other aspects of the game, especially in building play from the back. Classified as a "Ball Playing CB," Jiaxing excels in transitioning the ball from defense to attack with an impressive progressive passing distance of 385.74 meters per game, indicating her integral role in initiating offensive plays.

Her defensive contributions are equally noteworthy, with a possession-adjusted interception rate of 11.92 per game, showcasing her ability to read the game and thwart opposition advances. Moreover, with a challenge success rate of 52% amidst 4.64 possession-adjusted challenges per game, Jiaxing strikes a balance between aggression and control. Her skills have not gone unnoticed, evidenced by her strong Playmaker Rank of 2.5, placing her among the more influential players in her archetype. With an estimated transfer value of €80K, Dou Jiaxing is not only a valuable asset to Jiangsu Suning but also a player whose potential is ripe for tapping, particularly for teams seeking a defender who can contribute meaningfully to both defensive solidity and offensive build-up.