Last updated on: March 11, 2024
Lucas Leiva is a Brazilian professional footballer. He plays for Grêmio as a defensive midfielder. On January 9, 1987, he was born in Dourados, Brazil. Lucas started his football career with Grêmio. He won the Campeonato Gaucho in 2006 and 2007 as a box-to-box midfielder. Later, he joined Liverpool and spent ten years there, where he became popular among the fans and won several trophies, including the League Cup in 2012 and 2016.
Lucas joined Lazio on a free transfer after leaving Liverpool in the summer of 2017. He has been an important player for the Italian national team, primarily as a defensive midfielder.
Outside of his professional work, Lucas Leiva is well-liked by fans, and he has fan pages on social media sites such as Twitter and Bleacher Report. Lucas Leiva is currently worth 800,000 euros on the market.
As of December 2024, Lucas Leiva is 37 years and 10 months old, his estimated net worth is $25 million, and he stands at a height of 5 feet 11 inches (179 cm or 1.79 m) tall.
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Bio/Wiki
Full Name
Lucas Pezzini Leiva
Nickname
Lucas
Profession
Footballer
Career
Debut
2001 – Amparo Football Club
Best Known for
Lucas Leiva is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Grêmio. He began his career at Grêmio as a box-to-box midfielder, winning the Campeonato Gaucho in 2006 and 2007. Lucas also spent ten years with Liverpool and is a fan favorite at Anfield.
Jersey Number
#15
Position
Midfielder
Current Team
Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense
Personal Profile and Background Details
Date of Birth
9 January 1987
Lucas Leiva Age
As of today, he is 37 years, 10 months, and 30 days old.
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Zodiac sign
Capricorn
Signature
Nationality
Brazilian, Italian
Birth Place
Dourados, State of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
Residence
Unknown
School / College / University
Unknown
Religion
Christianity
Race / Ethnicity
Italian
Food Habits
Non-vegetarian
Hobbies
Unknown
Tattoo
No tattoo on his body.
Physical Attributes and Measurements
Height
- In feet: 5′ 11″
- In Centimetres: 179 cm
- In meters: 1.79 m
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Weight
- In kilograms: 74 kg
- In Pounds: 163 lbs
Body Measurements
- Chest Size: 38″
- Biceps Size: 13″
- Waist Size: 34″
Shoe size
10 US
Eye color
Blue
Hair Color
Brown
Family
Lucas Leiva Wife
Ariana Lima (2009–Present)
Father
Mother
Siblings
Guilherme Leiva (Brother)
Children
Pedro Lucas Leiva (Son) (Born in March 2011)
Valentina Leiva (Daughter)
Relationship & More
Marital Status
Married to Ariana Lima
Marriage Date
30 March 2009
Lucas Leiva’s Girlfriend and dating history
Ariana Lima (2009–Present)
Lucas Leiva Net worth 2024
$25 million
As of December 2024, Lucas Leiva’s estimated net worth is $25 million. He has played for various clubs, including Grêmio, Liverpool, and S.S. Lazio. He earns his income mainly through his club contracts, sponsorships, and endorsements.
Net worth in 2022 | $25 million |
Net worth in 2021 | $25 million |
Net worth in 2020 | $23 million |
Net worth in 2019 | $20 million |
Net worth in 2018 | $15 million |
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Salary
Year | Weekly Wage | Yearly Salary | Club |
2022 | £81,923 | £4,200,000 | Lazio |
2021 | £81,923 | £4,200,000 | Lazio |
2020 | £70,000 | £3,640,000 | Lazio |
2019 | £73,000 | £3,796,000 | Lazio |
2018 | £67,000 | £3,484,000 | Lazio |
2017 | £75,000 | £3,900,000 | Liverpool |
2016 | £75,000 | £3,900,000 | Liverpool |
2015 | £75,000 | £3,900,000 | Liverpool |
2014 | £75,000 | £3,900,000 | Liverpool |
Pets
Lucas Leiva Interesting Facts
- Lucas began his career as a box-to-box midfielder at Grêmio where he won the Campeonato Gaúcho in 2006 and 2007.
- He joined Liverpool in 2007 and spent a decade at Anfield, making a total of 346 appearances for the club. During his time at Liverpool, he shared the pitch with 120 different players.
- Lucas’ best season for appearances came in 2009-10 when he played 50 times, making 46 starts and a further four as a substitute.
- His most profitable season for goals saw him score three times in 2008-09.
- Lucas won a bronze medal with teammate Ronaldinho at the 2008 Olympics.
- He welcomed his first child, a son named Pedro, into the world in March 2011.
- Lucas Leiva’s full name is Lucas Pezzini Leiva.
- He was born on January 9, 1987, in Dourados, Brazil, and is currently 36 years old.
- Lucas Leiva stands at a height of 1.79 m and plays as a defensive midfielder.
- He joined Grêmio in 2022 and his contract with the club expires on December 31, 2023.
Social Media Profiles
Lucas is not active on FB.