[2] Ferrugem began his career with Criciúma youth, before moves to São Mateus, Gama and then Ceilandense.
On 10 March 2013, Ferrugem suffered a horrific leg injury in a Série B home game against São Caetano after a tackle by Danielzinho.
[3] After 24 appearances in all competitions over two seasons for Ponte Preta, Ferrugem agreed to join Corinthians on loan.
He made his Corinthians debut in an away win against rivals Santos, he participated in five more games for the club before returning to Ponte Preta.
[2] 2015 saw Ferrugem move out of Brazil for the first time in his career as he joined J1 League side Vissel Kobe on loan.