Jean Lucas

Jean Lucas de Souza Oliveira (Brazilian Portuguese: [ʒeˈɐ̃ ˈlukaz d(ʒi) ˈsowzɐ oliˈvejɾɐ]; born 22 June 1998), known as Jean Lucas, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Ligue 1 club Monaco.

Club Career

Flamengo

Born in Rio de Janeiro, Jean Lucas started his career with Nova Iguacu's youth setup. Released at the age of 15, he represented Bonsucesso before joining Flamengo in 2015.

In December 2017, Jean Lucas was definitely promoted to the first team ahead of the 2018 season by manager Reinaldo Rueda. He made his senior debut the following 17 January, starting in a 2–0 Campeonato Carioca away win against Volta Redonda and winning praise for his performance.

Jean Lucas renewed his contract with Flamengo on 16 February 2018, signing until 2021 with a €30 million clause. He made his Serie A debut on 22 April, coming on as a late substitute for Lucas Paqueta in a 2–0 home win over America Mineiro.

Jean Lucas made his debut in a continental competition on 24 May 2018, starting in a 0–0 draw against River Plate at the Monumental de Nunez, for the year's Copa Libertadores.

Loan to Santos

On 9 February 2019, Jean Lucas joined fellow top tier club Santos on loan until the end of the season. Initially a backup to Alison and Carlos Sanchez, he became a regular starter under Jorge Sampaoli.

Lyon

On 20 June 2019, Flamengo accepted an €8 million offer from Lyon for Jean Lucas. He officially joined the club five days later, signing a five-year deal.

Loan to Brest

Having featured sparingly for Lyon, Jean Lucas joined league rivals Brest on loan for the second half of the 2020–21 season in January 2021.

Monaco

On 2 August 2021, Jean Lucas signed for fellow Ligue 1 club Monaco on a five-year contract. The transfer fee of the deal was of €11 million plus €1 million in bonuses, and Lyon are entitled to 15% of a fu

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