He has proven himself as a reliable central defender in Serie A, especially in the 2005–06 season for the club in the UEFA Champions League.

He returned to the team in September 2007 and became one of the key players who helped Udinese qualify for the 2008–09 UEFA Cup.

In the 2009–10 season, Felipe was not a regular; the coach preferred Andrea Coda and Cristian Zapata (who changed his role from fullback) as the central defensive pair.

[6][7] On 2 January 2010, Felipe completed the transfer, signed a loan contract with option to purchase.

[10] After being released from Parma, Felipe joined Internazionale on 26 February 2015, on a six-month deal, he will wear shirt no 26.