Career
Born in Cornélio Procópio, Paraná, Lucas Otávio began his career in hometown"s Bandeirantes Esporte Clube (BEC), and joined Santos Football Club in 2005, after impressing in a match against Peixe. In April 2012, he signed a three-year professional deal with the latter. In July 2013, Lucas Otávio was promoted to Santos" main squad.
On 5 June 2014, Lucas Otávio was loaned to Série B side Paraná until December.
A regular starter under manager Claudinei Oliveira, he eventually lost his place under Ricardinho, with his loan being cut short on 26 November due to an injury. Lucas Otávio returned to Santos in 2015, being definitely included in the club"s main squad.
On 29 September 2015 Lucas Otávio renewed his contract with Peixe, signing until January 2019. On 10 March of the following year, after receiving little playing time under new manager Dorival Júnior, he returned to Paraná on loan until December.