Snapped up from PSG in January, the Brazilian international showed sparks of his explosive ability in 11 appearances, not least with a goal on his full debut in the FA Cup at Rochdale.
After a tough spell in France, those appearances for us included his first start in the Premier League at Brighton in April – his first league start in almost a year.
“It’s been a very good season for the team and, for me, five months of adaptation,” said Lucas.
“Everything is new for me and I am so happy because it’s a very big club, the structure is fantastic and my team-mates are so good.