Alan Franco

Independiente

Born in Avellaneda, Franco joined Independiente in January 2015, from San Telmo. On 20 December 2016, he signed his first professional contract with the club, agreeing to a deal until 2020, and was promoted to the main squad shortly after. Franco made his first team – and Primera División – debut on 18 March 2017, starting in a 0–0 home draw against San Martín de San Juan. He scored his first professional goal on 12 July, netting the first in a 4–2 Copa Sudamericana home defeat of Deportes Iquique. Franco became a starter under Ariel Holan during the 2017 Copa Sudamericana, featuring in both legs of the Final against Flamengo.

Atlanta United

On 8 April 2021, Franco joined Major League Soccer side Atlanta United on a five-year contract as a designated player. He made his debut for the club on 27 April 2021 in the CONCACAF Champions League against the Philadelphia Union, the club losing 3–0.

São Paulo

On 5 January 2023, Franco joined Brazilian side São Paulo on a permanent deal, signing a three-year contract, with an option for another year.

Tigres UANL

On 13 July 2026, Franco joins Liga MX club Tigres UANL on loan until 1 July 2027.

Franco made his international debut for Argentina on September 8, 2018, in a 3-0 international friendly against the Guatemala national football team.

Club

As of match played 8 December 2024

International

Independiente

Copa Sudamericana: 2017 São Paulo

Copa do Brasil: 2023 Supercopa do Brasil: 2024 Individual

Troféu Mesa Redonda Team of the Year: 2024