Lorenzo Faravelli


Lorenzo Abel Faravelli is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Liga MX club Necaxa.

Club career

Newell's Old Boys

Born in Rosario, Santa Fe, Faravelli was a Newell's Old Boys youth graduate. He made his first team – and Primera División – debut on 28 February 2011, coming on as a late substitute for Lucas Bernardi in a 1–0 away loss against Tigre.
Faravelli was regularly used under manager Javier Torrente, but featured rarely after the manager left.

Loan to Unión Española

On 7 July 2013, Faravelli moved abroad after joining Chilean Primera División side Unión Española on a one-year loan deal. He scored his first senior goal on 9 November 2013, netting the winner in a 1–0 home success over Unión La Calera.
Faravelli established himself as a starter before returning to Newell's in July 2014, but again featured rarely.

Gimnasia La Plata

In July 2015, Faravelli joined Gimnasia La Plata on loan for one year. On 11 August 2016, he signed a permanent three-year deal with the club.

Huracán

On 2 July 2019, Faravelli moved to Huracán. The following January, after failing to establish himself as a starter, he rescinded his contract.

Independiente del Valle

On 14 January 2020, Faravelli agreed to a three-year contract with Ecuadorian Serie A side Independiente del Valle.

Cruz Azul

On 30 December 2023, Liga MX side Cruz Azul announced the signing of Faravelli on a two-year contract.

Honours

Newell's Old Boys
Independiente del Valle
Cruz Azul