Early career Born in
Vila Velha,
Espírito Santo, Miguel began his career with local side
Desportiva Ferroviária before joining
Fluminense at the age of ten. Despite winning minor youth titles with
Flu, he moved to
Vasco da Gama in 2015, but only stayed 11 months at the latter before returning to his previous club. He made his professional debut on 6 June, coming on as a late
substitute for
Nino in a 2–2 away draw against
Cruzeiro, for
the year's
Copa do Brasil; One day after his debut, Miguel signed his first professional contract with Fluminense, after agreeing to a three-year deal. He made his
Série A debut on 15 July, replacing fellow youth graduate
João Pedro late into a 1–1 home draw against
Ceará. On 8 May 2021, Miguel took a legal action against Fluminense to rescind his contract, alleging unpaid wages. On 11 August, he was declared a
free agent after winning the Court action; Fluminense also released a note stating that the club will appeal the decision. In September 2021, Miguel and Fluminense reached an agreement, with the club keeping 30% of the player's economic rights.
Red Bull Bragantino On 24 September 2021,
Red Bull Bragantino officially announced the signing of Miguel on a contract until December 2022. He only made his debut for the club the following 27 January, playing the last nine minutes in a 3–1
Campeonato Paulista away loss against
Mirassol. Miguel scored his first senior goal on 6 February 2022, netting the opener in a 1–1 draw at
Ferroviária. On 14 November, after featuring sparingly, he left the club after
Braga announced that his contract would not be renewed.
PFC Sochi On 22 February 2023, Miguel joined
Russian Premier League club
Sochi.
Albirex Niigata On 17 January 2025, it was announced that Miguel would be joining
J1 League club
Albirex Niigata for the 2025 season. ==Personal life==