Giovani Lo Celso Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 9¾ in |
Weight | 68 kg |
Date of Birth | April 9, 1996 |
Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Eye Color | Blue |
Giovani Lo Celso is considered one of the best young midfielders in Argentina. He started his career with the Argentine club, Rosario Central. His great performances with the club eventually caught the eyes of PSG scouts and he joined the French club in the summer of 2016. He managed to break into PSG senior team in the 2017-18 season as Unai Emery trusted the young midfielder even for UEFA Champions League matches. However, the following season brought a different story as the new manager, Thomas Tuchel, informed him that he wasn’t a part of his plans. Lo Celso decided to move to Real Betis on a loan deal to continue his development.
Born Name
Giovani Lo Celso
Nick Name
Gio
Sun Sign
Aries
Born Place
Rosario, Argentina
Nationality
Education
Giovani Lo Celso got his soccer education from the youth academy of the Argentine club, Rosario Central.
Occupation
Professional Soccer Player
Family
- Father – Juan Pere Lo Celso
- Siblings – Luciana Lo Celso (Sister), Francesco Lo Celso (Brother)
Manager
Giovani Lo Celso is represented by his father Juan Lo Celso.
Position
Central Midfielder
Shirt Number
34, 21, 10 – Club Atlético Rosario Central
18, 6 – Paris Saint-Germain
21 – Real Betis
20 – Argentina National team
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 9¾ in or 177 cm
Weight
68 kg or 150 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Giovani Lo Celso has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
Multiracial
He has Argentinian and Italian ancestry.
Hair Color
Dark Brown (Natural)
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Slight body frame
Brand Endorsements
Giovani Lo Celso has signed a personal endorsement deal with Puma. He is required to wear Puma footwear for his professional matches.
Best Known For
Being one of the promising midfield prospects to emerge from Argentina. He has also justified all the hype with his consistent performances in the midfield for Paris Saint-Germain, Rosario Central, and Real Betis.
First Soccer Match
In July 2015, he made his league debut for Rosario Central in a match against Vélez Sarsfield. The match ended in a limp goalless draw.
In April 2017, he made his first appearance for Paris Saint-Germain in a Coupe de France quarter-final game against US Avranches. He was sent in the 63rd minute for Adrien Rabiot in PSG‘s 4-0 win.
He made his first international appearance for the Argentina national team in a match against Russia, which ended in a 1-0 win.
Strengths
- Passing
- Tackling
- Through balls
- Long Shots
- Dribbling
- Vision
- Defensive work rate
- Positioning
Weaknesses
- Strength
- Aerial Duels
First TV Show
In 2016, Giovani Lo Celso made his first TV show appearance in the sports series, Paso a Paso.
Giovani Lo Celso Facts
Featured Image by Giovani Lo Celso / Instagram
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