Charles Vanhoutte

Midfielder #24
Age 27 years
Nationality Belgium
Market Value €7M

Career

No transfer history

Charles Vanhoutte is Nice's Gold Wall, providing a foundation of defensive steel to the backline. A serial winner with eight career trophies to his name, including the Belgian First Division A and Cup, Vanhoutte arrived from Union SG as a player who understands the demands of elite competition and the Stakes of a title race.

His season identity is defined by a hybrid profile that functions as both a defensive anchor and a high-energy engine. Through 14 appearances and 1029 minutes of action, he has earned the SQUAD PLAYER badge, proving himself as a reliable asset for the tactical setup. While he is currently searching for rhythm during a slightly quieter spell of form, his Defense dimension remains his standout trait, as he excels at intercepting play and neutralizing threats before they reach the box. This specialized defensive focus is reflected in a high Intensity rating when closing down opponents in the middle third.

With a market value of €7M and a trend that continues to rise, Vanhoutte is establishing himself as a key component of the Nice project. His Balance on the pitch and proven track record in high-pressure matches make him a vital asset as the club pursues its domestic and continental ambitions.

Player Rating

Charles Vanhoutte
34
Rating
28
slump
Form
⚡ Skills 35
🎯 Clutch 31
🎨 Style 50
📊 Ability 39
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Midfielder

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Charles Vanhoutte is a solid ENFORCER for Nice. Evidence: 2.6 Tackles/90.

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A specialist who excels in Defense (74/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.

Charles Vanhoutte Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Midfielders

Height 62%
Weight 78%
Experience 67%

vs Ligue 1

Height 45%
Weight 61%
Experience 68%

Traits

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Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 32 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 29 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 74 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 72 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 36 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 32
Shooting 29
Defense 74
Workrate 72
Passing 36
Key Strength 74 Defense
Area to Watch 29 Shooting

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Charles Vanhoutte this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Mar 14, 2026 Angers 0-2 Nice Ligue 1 62' 6.5 - - 36 Stade Raymond-Kopa
Mar 08, 2026 Nice 0-4 Rennes Ligue 1 92' 6.9 - - 70 Allianz Riviera
Mar 01, 2026 Paris FC 1-0 Nice Ligue 1 88' 7.0 - - 43 Stade Jean Bouin
Feb 22, 2026 Nice 3-3 Lorient Ligue 1 95' 6.6 - - 94 Allianz Riviera
Feb 15, 2026 Lyon 2-0 Nice Ligue 1 94' 6.5 - - 31 Parc Olympique Lyonnais
Feb 01, 2026 Nice 2-2 Stade Brestois 29 Ligue 1 73' 6.9 0 0 71 Allianz Riviera
Jan 25, 2026 Nantes 1-4 Nice Ligue 1 81' 6.9 - - 55 Stade de la Beaujoire
Jan 17, 2026 Toulouse 5-1 Nice Ligue 1 14' 6.6 0 0 62 Stadium de Toulouse
Dec 14, 2025 Lens 2-0 Nice Ligue 1 45' 6.6 0 0 42 Stade Bollaert-Delelis
Nov 30, 2025 Lorient 3-1 Nice Ligue 1 0' - 0 0 46 Stade du Moustoir
Nov 21, 2025 Nice 1-5 Marseille Ligue 1 90' 6.5 0 0 72 Allianz Riviera
Nov 09, 2025 Metz 2-1 Nice Ligue 1 90' 7.2 0 1 72 Stade Saint-Symphorien
Nov 01, 2025 Paris Saint Germain 1-0 Nice Ligue 1 19' 6.6 0 0 55 Parc des Princes
Oct 29, 2025 Nice 2-0 Lille Ligue 1 85' 7.6 0 0 58 Allianz Riviera
Oct 26, 2025 Rennes 1-2 Nice Ligue 1 90' 5.9 0 0 60 Roazhon Park

Player Market Value

Track Charles Vanhoutte's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €7.0M
Peak Value €7.0M (Q4'25)
€7.0M €3.5M €0
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