Player Name: Alan Franco

• Full name: Alan Steven Franco Rojas
• Date of birth: January 6, 1996
• Place of birth: Quito, Ecuador
• Nationality: Ecuador
• Primary position: Defensive midfielder / Central midfielder
• Current status (as of 2026): Professional player (club status may have changed; verify latest club transfer information)

Club career (highlights):

• Developed at Independiente del Valle (Ecuador), where he emerged as a standout defensive midfielder.
• Played for Atlético Mineiro (Brazil) — won domestic titles during his time there, contributing as a midfield anchor.
• Had loan spells, including at Charlotte FC (MLS) and Fortaleza (Brazil), among others. Exact club timeline can vary with transfers and loans.

International career:

• Represents Ecuador at senior international level.
• Included in Ecuador squads for World Cup qualifying and major South American competitions; part of the national team pool that helped Ecuador qualify for recent World Cups.
• Role: Typically used as a defensive/holding midfielder, breaking up play and providing cover for the back line.

Playing style and strengths:

• Strong positional sense and tackling ability.
• Good stamina and work rate, capable of covering ground to shield defense.
• Skilful enough on the ball to start transitions; offers physical presence in midfield.

Notable achievements:

• Domestic league and cup successes with clubs (notably during time in Brazil).
• Regular selection for Ecuador national team in competitive qualifiers and tournaments.

Notes: Transfer details and current club can change frequently; for up-to-the-minute club affiliation and statistics (appearances, goals, assists), consult official club sources, national team releases, or up-to-date databases such as official league sites, FIFA, or reputable sports databases.