Lucas Beerten

Lucas Beerten is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for club Roda JC.

Career

Early career

In September 2018, Beerten signed his first professional contract with Genk after joining the club's youth academy at the under-9 level. His contract was extended in May 2021, committing him to the club until 2024. In June 2021, he was one of seven academy players invited to join the first team for pre-season training. During the first friendly match of the off-season against Eendracht Termien, Beerten provided an assist for Cyriel Dessers' bicycle kick goal.
During the 2022–23 season, Jong Genk debuted in the Challenger Pro League, but Beerten was unable to feature for the reserves due to a long-term injury.

Roda JC

In the summer of 2023, Beerten trained with Dutch Eerste Divisie club Roda JC and later signed a one-year contract with an option for an additional season. On 27 October 2023, he made his official debut for Roda's first team, coming on as a substitute for Laurit Krasniqi in a 2–1 league victory over Jong Ajax. Six days later, Beerten earned his first start in a 5–3 cup defeat to NEC. He made 22 appearances in his first season at the club, establishing himself as a starter in the latter half.