Career
Born in Guarujá, São Paulo, Diego played for Associate of Arts Ponte Preta and Fluminense Football Club"s youth systems, after starting it out at seven-a-side football with Gamma Esportes and AE Barra Funda. On 21 July 2013 he moved abroad for the first time in his career, joining Portuguese side South Carolina (U.S.) Olhanense. Diego made his professional debut on 17 August 2013, starting in a 0–2 away loss against Vitória South Carolina (U.S.) for the Primeira Liga championship.
He was regularly used under manager Abel Xavier, but after the arrival of Paulo Alves, he lost his starting spot and rescinded his link on 27 November.
On 26 January 2014 Diego went on a trial at Atlético Clube de Portugal, signing a contract shortly after. He left the side at the end of the campaign, after appearing sparingly.
