Enzo Pérez

• Full name: Enzo Jeremías Pérez
• Date of birth: February 22, 1986
• Place of birth: Maipú, Mendoza, Argentina
• Nationality: Argentine
• Position: Central/Defensive Midfielder (also has played as an attacking midfielder and wide midfielder)

Club career (high-level)

• Godoy Cruz (2003–2007) – Youth product and breakthrough club in Argentina.
• Estudiantes de La Plata (2007–2011) – Key years including winning the 2009 Copa Libertadores with Estudiantes.
• Valencia CF (2011–2014) – Moved to Europe and played in La Liga.
• SL Benfica (2014–2016) – Won domestic titles in Portugal.
• River Plate (loan 2016, permanent 2016–2021) – Returned to Argentina and enjoyed major success, including the 2018 Copa Libertadores (the final vs. Boca Juniors in Madrid).
• Later career – Returned to Estudiantes (after 2021) before retiring from top-level football.

International career

• Argentina national team (2010s) – Part of squads for Copa América and World Cup qualifying; known as a reliable midfield option rather than a regular starter in every tournament.

Style of play and attributes

• Versatile midfielder able to play both defensive and attacking roles.
• Strong work rate, tactical intelligence, good passing range and ball control.
• Leadership qualities—served as an important experienced figure at River Plate during their continental campaigns.

Notable achievements

• Copa Libertadores winner with Estudiantes (2009).
• Copa Libertadores winner with River Plate (2018).
• Multiple domestic titles with Benfica and River Plate.

Legacy

Enzo Pérez is remembered as a versatile, industrious midfielder who made significant contributions both in Argentina and abroad. His role in River Plate’s success, especially in the historic 2018 Copa Libertadores campaign, cemented his status as a club legend.