Franco began his career Bari and, from 2005 to 2008, was sent on loan in Lega Pro to Melfi, Cremonese and Manfredonia.

[citation needed] From 2008 to 2011, he played for Como in Lega Pro, before moving in August 2011 to Serie B to Padova.

[citation needed] In January 2013, Franco signed a two-year contract with Varese.

[2] On 2 September 2020, Franco joined newly-promoted Serie C side Pro Sesto.

[3] In July 2022, Franco was appointed club manager of newly-promoted Serie A side Monza.