Lorenzo Melgarejo
Club Libertad Asunción/M/
ParaguayPlayer Info
Lorenzo Melgarejo is a versatile Paraguayan attacker who has enjoyed a storied career across South America and Europe, currently featuring for Club Libertad. Primarily a striker who can also operate on the left wing, the 35-year-old is known for his explosive pace, direct dribbling, and eye for goal. His breakthrough came in Paraguay with Club Rubio Ñu, leading to a high-profile move to Portuguese giants Benfica. Although his time in Europe included loans and spells in Greece and Turkey, he made a significant impact upon his return to South America, particularly with São Paulo in Brazil. Melgarejo has won league titles in Paraguay with Libertad and has been a consistent performer in continental competitions like the Copa Libertadores. An exciting player to watch, his signature is his ability to cut in from the left flank and unleash powerful shots. Melgarejo remains a dangerous and experienced forward, capable of deciding games with moments of individual brilliance.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2021/07/08
Racing Club de Avellaneda
Club Libertad AsunciónSigned
2020/08/25
Spartak MoscowRacing Club de AvellanedaSigned
2012/06/29
Pacos de Ferreira
BenficaLoan Ended
2011/07/01
BenficaPacos de FerreiraLoan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Club Libertad Asunción
PAR Primera Division2025
Matches
Games Played
27
Games Started
21
Minutes Per Game
1914
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
8
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
71
Accurate Passes Per Game
409
Key Passes Per Game
14
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
8
Accurate Crosses Per Game
11
Success Dribbles Per Game
27
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
21
Interceptions Per Game
13
Clearances Per Game
10
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
3
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
17
Be Fouled Per Game
36