Born in Tapejara, Rio Grande do Sul, Lucas started his professional career in 2002, as he signed a 5-year contract with Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense; after a short spell with Clube Atlético Mineiro, he moved back to Grêmio.
Rio Grande was born in Tapejara. Rio Grande do Sul, Lucas started his professional career in 2002. He signed a 5-year contract with Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense. He moved back to Grêmio. This was after a short spell with Clube Atlético Mineiro.