Franco Cervi

• Full name: Franco Rodrigo Cervi
• Date of birth: March 15, 1994
• Place of birth: Ciudadela, Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Nationality: Argentine
• Position: Winger / Left winger (also capable of playing on the right or as an attacking midfielder)
• Preferred foot: Right

Club career (highlights)

• Rosario Central (Argentina) – Youth product and senior debut club. Cervi emerged through the Rosario Central academy and made his professional breakthrough there, impressing with dribbling, pace and set-piece delivery.
• SL Benfica (Portugal) – Transferred to Benfica in 2016. At Benfica he featured for both the first team and, at times, the B team; he won domestic titles with the club and competed in UEFA competitions. Cervi was used primarily as a winger providing assists and occasional goals, and became known for his crossing, work rate and free-kick ability.
• Loan spells – During his Benfica contract Cervi spent time on loan back in Argentina and elsewhere (including clubs such as Celta Vigo in Spain on loan), gaining regular minutes and continuing development.
• Later career – After Benfica, Cervi returned to South America, continuing his professional career in Argentina and other leagues. (Specific current club may change with transfers.)

International career

• Represented Argentina at youth levels; called up to senior squads at times but competition for attacking spots in the national team has limited his caps.

Playing style and strengths

• Quick, direct dribbler who likes to take defenders on one-versus-one.
• Good crossing and set-piece delivery (free kicks and corners).
• Work-rate and defensive contribution from wide positions.

Honours (selected)

• Primeira Liga titles with Benfica (during his time at the club)
• Domestic cups with Benfica (Taça da Liga / Taça de Portugal depending on season)

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