Miguel Chaiwa, born 7 June 2004 in Zambia, is a 21-year-old midfielder currently playing for Hibernian. Predominantly occupying the central defensive midfielder position, he dons the number 14 jersey and stands at a modest 5ft 10in (1.79m) tall. Weighing in at 11st 6lb (73kg), Chaiwa's professional prowess extends beyond his club commitment as he also represents his home country, Zambia, at an international level.
As estimated by Transfermarkt, Chaiwa's current market value circulates around an impressive Β£1m.
Chaiwa's transfer path initially began in 2022, transitioning from Shamuel in Zambia's Second Division to the esteemed Young Boys Bern team in the Swiss Super League. The specifics of the transfer fee remain private knowledge. The budding Zambian player registered quite a number on his match tally during his stint at the Swiss club - six first team appearances in his debut season of 2022-2023, followed by three in 2023-2024. He went onward to secure ten in 2024-2025.
February 2024 saw a change percolate in Chaiwa's career, proceeding on loan to FC Schaffhausen in the Swiss 1. Liga Promotion. The shift proved to pack fruitful contributions, notching up 14 first team appearances. Following the completion of his loan period, Chaiwa returned to Young Boys Bern in June 2024, staging further appearances in league matches - six in 2022-2023, three in 2023-2024 and ten in the 2024-2025 season.
Eventually, his career trajectory brought him to Scotland in August 2025, signing for Hibernian in the Premiership in a deal worth roughly Β£700k. So far in his current 2025-2026 season, he has stepped onto the field thrice for league matches.
His versatility extends beyond league games with participations in the League Cup 2025-2026 for Hibernian, registering two starts. He has also played in the World Cup Qualifiers Africa 2024-2026 for Zambia, starting three times. Finally, an impressive record of one goal off two appearances as a substitute in the Conference League Qualifiers 2025-2026 for Hibernian garnishes his excellent list of contributions on the field.
