Biography
Lucas Paquetá, born Lucas Tolentino Coelho de Lima on 27 August 1997, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for Premier League club West Ham United and the Brazil national team.
Originally from Paquetá Island in Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, Paquetá began his career at Flamengo. He gained early recognition by winning the Copa São Paulo de Júniores and made his first-team debut at the age of 19, scoring in the Brazilian Cup final. His impressive performances led to a move to Europe, joining Olympique Lyonnais in 2020. Paquetá quickly became a key player there and was named in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year for the 2020-21 season.
In August 2022, Lucas Paquetá moved to West Ham United, where he made a strong impact with his contributions in goals and assists. At international level, he is a key player for Brazil, scoring on his debut and playing a key role in the Copa América, although he has recently missed out on a number of call-ups due to betting rule violations.
Brazilian football player
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| Real name: | Lucas Tolentino Coelho de Lima |
| Stage name: | Lucas Paqueta |
| Born: | August 27, 1997 (age 27) |
| Place of birth: | Paquetá Island, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Nationality: | Brazilian |
| Education: | Do not have |
| Height: | 1.80 minutes |
| Parents: | Christiane Tolentino, Marcelo de Lima |
| Siblings: | Matheus Paqueta |
| Couple: | Maria Eduarda Fournier (m. 2018) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Filippo Paquetá de Lima, Benicio Paquetá de Lima |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | 10 million dollars (USD) |
Early life and education
Lucas Paquetá, whose full name is Lucas Tolentino Coelho de Lima, was born on August 27, 1997, on Paquetá Island in Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, which inspired his nickname. His parents are Christiane Tolentino and Marcelo de Lima, and he is Brazilian. Although details about his religion are not widely known, his posts on X often express gratitude to God, suggesting a strong spiritual belief.
Lucas is the older brother of Matheus Paquetá, a former footballer. His parents are known to be supportive, with close family friends speaking positively amid recent controversies.
His formal education is only a small part of his public profile, which is common among top Brazilian footballers. Most of Lucas Paquetá’s training came through football academies, specifically the youth system of Flamengo, which he joined in 2007. This early development laid the foundation for his professional debut with Flamengo in 2016 and his subsequent international career, which took him to AC Milan, Lyon and West Ham United.
Career
Lucas Paquetá’s football career reflects his versatility, skill and relentless work ethic. He began his professional journey at Flamengo in 2016 and quickly made a name for himself by scoring in the Brazilian Cup final.
During his time at Flamengo, he helped defend the Campeonato Carioca title in 2017 and 2019 and played a key role in their Copa Libertadores triumph in 2019. His standout performances led to a €35 million transfer to AC Milan in 2019, although his time in Italy was short and less impactful than expected. He returned to Flamengo on loan in 2020, contributing to another Copa Libertadores triumph.
Lucas Paquetá’s move to Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1 marked a turning point in his career. He excelled in midfield, showing creativity and scoring ability, earning him a place in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year for the 2020-21 season. In August 2022, he moved to West Ham United for a reported £36 million. His transition to the Premier League has been seamless, with him making significant contributions as both an attacking midfielder and a winger, helping West Ham in domestic and European competitions.
Internationally, Paquetá made his Brazil debut in 2019, scoring on his debut in a friendly against South Korea. Although he missed the 2021 Copa América due to a betting violation, he has since returned to the national team, playing a key role in Brazil’s international campaigns.
Known for his dribbling ability, vision and long-range shooting, Lucas Paquetá combines flair with hard work, making him a dynamic and valuable player in any attacking lineup.
Social media
- instagram: Lucas Paquetá (@lucaspaqueta)
- Wikipedia: Lucas Paquetá
- Twitter: Lucas Paquetá (@LucasPaqueta97)
- TikTok: Lucas Paquetá (@lucaspaqueta)
Personal life
Lucas Paquetá is married to Maria Eduarda Fournier. Their relationship began when he was at Flamengo. They met in 2017 and married in 2018. They have two sons: Benicio Paquetá de Lima, born in June 2020, and Filippo Paquetá de Lima, born in June 2021.
Lucas Paquetá is 1.80 metres (about 5 feet 11 inches) tall. There is no indication that he is married or has any other significant public relationships other than his marriage to Maria Eduarda.
Net worth
Lucas Paquetá’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million, largely from his earnings at West Ham United, where he earns £130,000 per week, totaling £6,760,000 per year.
Lucas Paquetá’s current contract with the club runs until June 2027. There has been talk of potential wage negotiations, particularly with interest from clubs such as Manchester City, which could significantly increase his wages. However, these discussions have stalled due to an investigation into alleged gambling, preventing any potential transfer.
