Following his father's path! Miranda's son signs first São Paulo deal | OneFootball

At just 16 years old, defender Lucas Miranda celebrated this Sunday (3) signing his first professional contract with São Paulo.

Having already spent two years in Tricolor’s youth ranks in Cotia, he is none other than the son of club legend and former center-back Miranda, who made history wearing the São Paulo shirt.

“Today was a very special day, when I fulfilled another dream — I signed my first professional contract with the team of my heart. An unforgettable moment, which represents another important step in a journey that is only just beginning,” Miranda celebrated on his social media.

“I want to thank God, my family, and everyone who has always been by my side. Onward for more, São Paulo,” the youngster concluded.

Lucas Miranda can play both as a center-back and as a full-back, and he is already drawing attention in São Paulo’s youth setup, not only for his quality on the pitch, but also for the leadership he shows among his teammates. Recently, he was called up to the Brazil U-16 national team and is already beginning to follow in his father’s footsteps from an early age.

With Brazil, he captained the team to the Montaigu Tournament title, a traditional competition held in France since 1976, which took place last April.

“Everyone was very committed and we played an excellent match against Portugal. We prepared a lot to win this title. It’s a really great tournament. We learn from different schools and cultures, we learn new playing characteristics, new formations, new structures. We’re all very happy,” said the São Paulo player.

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