Giovani Lo Celso is considered one of Argentina’s best young midfielders. He started his career with Argentine club, Rosario Central . His great performances with the club eventually caught the attention of PSG scouts and he joined the French club in the summer of 2016. He managed to break into PSG senior team in 2017/18 season as Unai Emery also trusted the young midfielder in UEFA Champions League matches. However, the following season brought a different story when new manager Thomas Tuchel informed him that he was not part of his plans. Lo Celso opted for Real Betis on a loan deal to continue his development.

Born name

Young Lo Celso

nickname

Gio

Sun sign

Aries

Place of birth

Rosario, Argentina

nationality

training

Giovani Lo Celso received his football education from Argentine club’s youth academy, Rosario Central .

occupation

Professional soccer player

family

• Vater – Juan Pere Lo Celso
• mother – unknown
• 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

To build

Athletic

Height

177 cm or 5 feet 9 inches

weight

68 kg or 150 lbs

girlfriend/spouse

Giovani Lo Celso hat datiert –

1. Eva Tutavale (2017) – The French media claimed that Lo Celso was with Eva Tutavale, a professional Argentinian surfer, in 2017. She is said to have accompanied him when he moved from Argentina to the French capital.

race/ethnicity

multiracial

He is of Argentine and Italian descent.

hair colour

Dark Brown (Natural)

eye color

Blau

sexual orientation

Just

distinguishing features

Light body frame

brand promotion

Giovani Lo Celso has signed a personal endorsement deal with Puma . He must wear Puma shoes for his professional games.

Known for

To be one of the promising midfield prospects in Argentina. He’s also justified all the hype with his consistent midfield performances for Paris Saint-Germain, Rosario Central, and Real Betis.

First football game

In July 2015, he made his league debut for Rosario Central in a match against Vélez Sarsfield . The match ended in a goalless draw.

In April 2017, he made his first appearance for Paris St. Germain in a Coupe de France quarterfinal match against US Avranches . He was sent off 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 that ended in a 1–0 win.

Strengthen

• pass
• tackle
• through bullets
• long shots
• Dribbling
• Vision
• Defensive work rate
• positioning

weaknesses

• Strength
• dogfights

First TV show

In 2016, Giovani Lo Celso made his first TV show appearance on the sports series, Paso a Paso .

Giovani Lo Celso Facts

1. In his debut season for Rosario Central he managed to make 13 league appearances for the club. However, he failed to open his target account in the season.
2. He scored his first professional goal for Rosario Central in a match against Colon He scored the opening goal in his side’s 3–0 win.
3. In July 2016 it was announced that Giovani had joined Paris St Germain after the French club decided to pay £8.5million for his services. He signed a 5-year deal with the club and was loaned back to Rosario Central for the remainder of the season.
4. In January 2018 he scored his first goal for Paris St Germain in the Coupe de la Ligue against Rennes . It was the first goal in his thrilling 3-2 win.
5. He joined the Spanish side Real Betis in August 2018 on a seasonal loan deal from PSG . The Spanish side also had the option to extend his stay once his loan period with the club ended.
6. He scored his first international goal in Argentina’s friendly against Guatemala in September 2018.
7. In May 2018, he scored against Les Herbiers VF in the final of the Coupe de France . His team won the match 2-0 to lift the trophy.
8. During his time at PSG he managed to win a Ligue 1 title, 2 Coupe de France cups, Coupe de la Ligue and 2 Trophée des Champions cups.
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