The 19-year-old centre-back has been acquired on a permanent basis, with Sportivo Trinidense retaining 40% of his economic rights. Areco will join Fluminense's under-20 team, which is coached by the club's idol Fred. He has been training at Fluminense's Xerém base for some time and has been evaluated by the club's youth development department. The signing of his contract is set to be finalised next Friday.
Areco is seen as a promising young player who can be developed within Fluminense's youth programme to potentially join the first team in the coming years. The club has been investing in scouting and signing talented players from around the world, including Colombian attacker Juan Palacios and South African midfielder Kgomotso Madiba in their under-20 team.