Irakli Azarovi, a reputable defender noted for his primary role as a left back, was born on February 21, 2002, in Georgia. The footballer, now 22, has proven his mettle at Shakhtar Donetsk, donning the number 16 jersey. In terms of physical measures, Azarovi stands about 5 feet 10 inches (1.79m) tall and tips the scales at 10 stone 9 pounds (68kg). On an international level, he has represented his country's U21 team with distinction.
Azarovi's professional journey initiated in Georgia, joining Dinamo Batumi in the Umaglesi Liga in January 2021 for an undisclosed fee. However, the Georgia-born defender didn't stay there for long. In August 2022, he found himself on the move to Red Star in Serbia's SuperLiga, transferring for an approximate fee of £270k.
His stint at Red Star was short but meaningful, ultimately catching the eye of Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk. Consequently, Azarovi was on the move again in August 2023, this time making a significant leap to the Ukrainian Premier League, with Shakhtar Donetsk forking out around £2.6 million for his service.
Since joining Shakhtar Donetsk, Azarovi has contributed to the club's participation in the Champions League 2023 - 2024, with three starts and one appearance as a substitute. At the same time, he continued his duties for Georgia U21, participating in the UEFA U21 Qualifiers 2023 with three starts and one appearance as a substitute. Azarovi also featured in the Europa League 2023 - 2024 for Shakhtar Donetsk, with two starts, solidifying his growing reputation on the European stage.
