Lucas Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays as a left-back for the Flamengo club in Brazil. He was born on May 21, 1997, in Rio de Janeiro, and started his career with Flamengo's youth academy.
In his first season with the senior team, Lucas made 18 appearances and scored two goals, helping the team to win the Campeonato Carioca title. In the following year, he played a key role in Flamengo's success by scoring four goals and assisting six others in 26 appearances.
In the 2019-20 season, Lucas Silva was instrumental in Flamengo's campaign for the Copa Libertadores, scoring three goals and providing one assist in 15 matches. His performances caught the attention of several European clubs, including Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Manchester United.
Despite interest from these top clubs, Lucas chose to stay with Flamengo, signing a new contract extension until 2024. During this time, he has continued to be a key player for the club, playing a vital role in their defensive stability and contributing to their overall success.
Overall, Lucas Silva has had an impressive start to his professional career, and it will be interesting to see how he continues to develop and perform for Flamengo in the coming years.