Born in Salvador, Bahia, Walace started his youth career with the academy of amateur Simões Filho Futebol Clube.

While playing in a cup, he caught the eye of a scout of Avaí Futebol Clube and subsequently joined the club in the next year.

[7] In June, Grêmio rejected an offer from Swiss club FC Basel to secure his services.

[9] On 31 January 2017, Walace moved to German club Hamburger SV, signing a contract until 2021.

He came as a replacement for Fred, whose club FC Shakhtar Donetsk refused to release him for the tournament.