Overview
- The 28-year-old traveled to Rio on Jan. 3 to complete exams before signing, becoming Fluminense’s second addition for 2026 after defender Jemmes.
- Local reports indicate Fluminense will pay about €5 million to Atlético-MG for Arana, with final club confirmation not yet disclosed.
- Atlético-MG confirmed Vitor Hugo for 2026 and opened preseason with new left-back Renan Lodi on a long-term contract reported through 2030.
- Talks to sign Hulk advanced with the player’s representatives, though Fluminense still awaits Atlético-MG’s approval before any agreement can be sealed.
- Botafogo is negotiating a pre-contract to repatriate Gil Vicente goalkeeper Andrew, while Flamengo’s staff scouted him in Portugal as his deal runs to June 2026.