Overview

• He signed a contract running through the end of 2026, the club announced.
• Registered in the CBF’s BID, he led his first training session on Friday and is expected to debut in Sunday’s clássico against Botafogo at the Maracanã.
• He replaces Renato Gaúcho, who resigned after the elimination to Lanús in the Copa Sul-Americana.
• Fluminense are eighth in the Brasileiro, 20 points behind leaders Flamengo, and will face Vasco in the Copa do Brasil semifinals.
• His recent spell at São Paulo drew concern over temperament and limited use of academy players, a sensitive issue for a club that relies on Xerém talent.