Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Luiz Araújo (footballer)

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 20, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Luiz Araújo (footballer) made an impact.

Luiz Araújo is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays as a winger for Flamengo in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. He is known for his skill on the wing and contributions to his club. His career highlights include playing for notable teams. Araújo's skills and performance position him as a relevant figure in Brazilian football.

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January 2013: Joined São Paulo Youth Team

In January 2013, Luiz Araújo, who had been with Mirassol, joined São Paulo's youth team before he could debut for Mirassol.

February 2016: Loaned to Novorizontino

In February 2016, Luiz Araújo was loaned to Novorizontino until the end of the Campeonato Paulista in April after being the top scorer in the U-20 Copa Libertadores.

June 2016: Senior Debut for São Paulo

In June 2016, Luiz Araújo made his senior and Série A debut for São Paulo against Cruzeiro, replacing Ytalo in a 1–0 victory.

July 2016: Copa Libertadores Debut

On July 13, 2016, Luiz Araújo debuted in the Copa Libertadores for São Paulo against Atlético Nacional in the second leg of the semifinals, coming on as a substitute in the 2–1 defeat.

February 2017: Scored First Goals of the Season

In February 2017, Luiz Araújo scored his first two goals of the season in a 3–1 away victory against Santos in the Campeonato Paulista.

June 2017: Signed with Lille

On June 14, 2017, Luiz Araújo signed for French Ligue 1 club Lille for a reported €10.5 million.

June 2017: Final Match for São Paulo

On June 4, 2017, Luiz Araújo played his final match for São Paulo, a 1–0 defeat against Ponte Preta.

2018: Ligue 1 Season with Lille

During the 2018–19 season, Luiz Araújo played in 27 matches for Lille in Ligue 1, contributing three goals, as the team finished 2nd behind Paris Saint-Germain.

September 2019: First Goal and Champions League Debut

In September 2019, Luiz Araújo scored his first goal of the campaign against Angers in a 2–1 victory. He also debuted in the UEFA Champions League against Ajax, coming on as a substitute in the 3–0 defeat on September 17, 2019.

2019: Continued as Substitute for Lille

During the 2019-20 season, Araújo continued as a substitute for Lille, also making his debut in the UEFA Champions League.

October 2020: Europa League Debut

On October 22, 2020, Araújo debuted for Lille in the UEFA Europa League against Sparta Prague, contributing to a 4–1 victory. He suffered an injury against Sparta Prague on December 3, sidelining him until 2021.

January 2021: Return to the Pitch

On January 17, 2021, Luiz Araújo returned to the pitch for Lille against Reims.

August 2021: Final Match for Lille

On August 1, 2021, Luiz Araújo played his final match for Lille, in the Trophée des Champions against Paris Saint-Germain, securing a 1–0 victory.

August 2021: Signed with Atlanta United

On August 6, 2021, Luiz Araújo signed with Major League Soccer side Atlanta United. He debuted on August 18 against Toronto FC, playing 67 minutes in a 1–0 victory.

May 2023: Agreed to Join Flamengo

On May 18, 2023, it was announced that Araújo would join Brazilian side Flamengo on a permanent deal at the end of June, with the club agreeing to pay a €9m transfer fee.