Career
Early career
Born in Brenzone, in the Province of Verona, Veneto, Brighenti started his career at fifth division for semi-pro club Virtus Verona. In 2008 he made his fully professional debut for Pavia in 2008-2009 Lega Pro Seconda Divisione. In 2009 he was signed by fellow fourth division club Sambonifacese.
He scored 13 goals in 2011-2012 Lega Pro Seconda Divisione, which he was transferred to Renate at the end of season.
Cremonese
On 12 July 2013 he was signed by Parma for undisclosed fee (€77,000 including other costs) but immediately swapped with Alessandro Favalli of Cremonese. Both clubs retained 50% registration rights of the players.
Brighenti scored 13 times in his maiden season of the third division. He also played all 3 matches of the promotion playoffs, with a goal.