Questioned on his future ambitions and plans, the topic of a return to Brazil was bound to arise. However, Lucas was very clear where his thoughts lay on the subject.
“If one day I go back to Brazil, I would like to play for São Paulo," said the 17-year old. “They were my childhood team, so I have this dream [of returning].
[Read the full interview here on Sambafoot]
It is difficult to stay up to date with Brazilian football in England, but Lucas is still finding time to watch and support his São Paulo side, as they look to win another Championship.
“Watching [games] here in England is difficult, as the TV doesn"t broadcast any games, but I try to see the goals on the internet. São Paulo are in a good position, right?
“The championships are very difficult [to win] this year. All teams from first to sixth position have a chance and São Paulo are in this block, so I think they can win it."
One moment of his brief career thus far that Lucas was clearly not as impressed with however, was the Brazil Under-17 side"s performance at this year"s World Cup in Mexico, although he enjoyed the experience.
“I think those were good experiences for all who played at the World Cup. We finished fourth which was not a bad result, but we wanted to come first!"
[Read more on Lucas and his Chelsea experiences]
On team-mate Adryan of Flamengo however, the admiration was clear.
“I spoke to him only last week. He is with the first-team at Flamengo and I think next year he will be able to play. He is very talented."
On the future, Lucas Piazon is unwilling to make bold statements of targets. He is instead focussed on making a career for himself at Chelsea.
“I don"t think about the future yet. My biggest target now is to play for the first-team and then I can think about other things.
“I think in one year, or eighteen months, I will be ready to play in the Premier League."
