Iván Marcone (full name: Iván José Marcone) is an Argentine professional footballer who primarily plays as a defensive midfielder.
- Full name: Iván José Marcone
- Date of birth: August 4, 1989
- Place of birth: Sarandí, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
- Nationality: Argentine
- Position: Defensive midfielder / Central midfielder
Club career highlights
- Early career: Marcone came through the youth system at Arsenal de Sarandí and made his professional debut with Arsenal in 2009. He established himself as a consistent midfield presence at Arsenal over several seasons.
- Boca Juniors (2019–2021): After spells at Lanús and a loan in Mexico with Cruz Azul, Marcone joined Boca Juniors in January 2019. He was signed to strengthen Boca's midfield and featured in domestic and continental competitions.
- Loan to Elche CF (2020–2021): Marcone spent time on loan at Elche CF in Spain’s La Liga for the 2020–2021 season. He played as a defensive midfielder for Elche, providing experience and ball-winning ability in the center of the park.
- Return and later moves: After his spell at Elche, Marcone returned to Boca Juniors and later continued his career with other clubs, including moves in Argentina and abroad (details depend on the most recent transfer window and season).
Playing style
- Known for his positional discipline, tactical awareness, and ability to break up opposition play.
- Comfortable in possession with a passing range suited to recycling the ball from deeper areas.
- Provides leadership and experience in midfield, often tasked with shielding the back line.
Honors and achievements (selected)
- Won domestic trophies early in his career with Arsenal de Sarandí.
- Achieved success in Argentina and contributed in league and cup competitions with clubs such as Lanús and Boca Juniors.
Note: Club affiliations and career details can change with transfers. The above focuses on his association with Elche CF (loan in 2020–2021) and broader career context up to and shortly after that period.