Alex began his youth career in the professional famed academy of Leyton Orient in east London and then later moving to another east London club Dagenham & Redbridge where he would break into the senior first team at 18 years of age.  Alex then moved to the youth system of Brazilian power house Atletico Paranaense where he scored two goals on his senior professional debut, whilst also playing for the clubs U21 and U20 sides. During a successful time with Atletico Paranaense he attracted the interest of many clubs and led to a trial spell in July 2004 in England with Chelsea F.C.. He was offered more time to adapt but opted against the move to seal a dream deal with Santos. After a successful season he pursued his dream of playing in Europe and he was offered a one-week trial pending a medical with La Liga outfit Real Betis. He subsequently failed the medical due to a back injury and missed the 2007 season. He has since enjoyed spells in Ecuador with Deportivo Quito and Aucas before signing for Italian Serie B side Salernitana in July 2009.  His time in Italy was cut short due to the club's financial troubles and eventual bankruptcy. He has had offers from Cyprus and has attracted interest from a host of South American club's but is keen to remain in Europe. Alex is best known for his pace, strength and his dribbling ability led to be nicknamed "The English Lord" by the Ecuadorian media.

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