Career
De Sousa made his Serie A debut with Lazio in 2005 and was then signed by Messina. Later that year, he was sold to Torino in co-ownership deal. He then spent time on loan at Catanzaro and then left for Ancona.
After an unsuccessful short stint at Pescara, De Sousa was released from his contract in July 2009.
In January 2011, De Sousa moved to San Marino, where he signed for Murata. His career was rejuvenated there and scored a total 19 goals in 28 games for the club
In July 2012, he joined Lega Pro Seconda Divisione club Chieti after a trial period. L"Aquila
In summer 2013 he was signed by L"Aquila.
On 31 August 2014 he was signed by Como in a temporary deal.