The son of former Inter Milan and Parma star Adriano has signed a first pro contract.

Adriano Carvalho Ribeiro, 16, has signed pro terms with Serrano, the Brazilian club from Petropolis, a city a stone's throw from Rio de Janeiro.

Adriano Jr came through the youth teams of Gremio and Boavista and has already scored 20 goals in 27 games for his current club.

"This moment represents the realisation of a dream," he said.

"The way I was welcomed and evolved as an athlete and person was the great differentiator for signing with Serrano."