Like father, like son! Miranda's son signs for São Paulo: “Dream realised” | OneFootball

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

Having played for the Tricolor’s youth teams in Cotia for the past two years, he is none other than the son of club legend and former center-back Miranda, who made history wearing São Paulo’s 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 my 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. We keep going 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 system, not only for his strong footballing ability, 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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