 On October 14, 2009, Franco was signed by U.S. Foggia on the advice of the sporting director.He scored his first goal for Foggia with a game-winner in a match against Delfino Pescara on May 23, 2010.He had appeared in a few fleeting appearances with the club, but his performance was crucial in this play-off victory being the last game of the season, giving the team an unexpected salvation.