Santiago Villafañe


Santiago Hernán Villafañe is an Argentine former professional footballer who played as a defender.

Career

Boca Juniors

Santiago Hernán Villafañe began his playing career in Argentina with Boca Juniors, with whom he debuted in the First Division. A predominantly left sided player, he is known for his tough tackling and speed.

Real Madrid Castilla

In 2007, he joined Real Madrid from Boca Juniors, where he played as a wingback or midfielder for Real Madrid Castilla. Villafañe trained with the first team on several occasions but did not play for Real Madrid in La Liga.

Boca Juniors, return

In 2009 Villafañe returned to Boca Juniors.

FC Midtjylland

In July 2012 he signed a five-year contract with the Danish Superliga-side FC Midtjylland.

RNK Split

In summer 2016, he signed for the Croatian club of RNK Split, in order to help the team to achieve the team's wish to win the Croatian First Football League.

Montana

On 23 February 2017, Villafañe signed with Bulgarian club Montana until the rest of the season.

Ruch Chorzów

On 18 July 2017, Villafañe signed a 1-year contract with Polish I liga side Ruch Chorzów with an option for a further year.

Personal life

Santiago is the twin brother of the also footballer Nicolás Villafañe.