Arinélson

Arinélson Freire Nunes (born 21 January 1973) is a Brazilian former footballer who played as a midfielder.

Early life
He was born in 1973 in Brazil. He played futsal as a child.

Career
He started his career with Brazilian side Tuna Luso. In 1996, he signed for Brazilian side Iraty. In 1997, he signed for Brazilian side Santos. In 1998, he signed for Brazilian side Flamengo. After that, he signed for Brazilian side Paraná. In 1999, he returned to Brazilian side Santos. After that, he signed for Brazilian side Guarani. After that, he signed for Brazilian side Fluminense. In 2000, he signed for Brazilian side America-RJ. In 2001, he signed for Brazilian side Matonense. After that, he signed for South Korean side Jeonbuk. In 2002, he signed for South Korean side Ulsan. In 2003, he signed for Brazilian side Olaria. In 2004, he signed for Brazilian side Paysandu. In 2005, he signed for Brazilian side Remo. In 2006, he signed for Brazilian side Bandeirante. In 2007, he signed for Brazilian side Inter de Limeira. After that, he signed for Brazilian side Ananindeua. In 2009, he signed for Brazilian side Tuna Luso. In 2010, he signed for Brazilian side Sergipe. After that, he returned to Brazilian side Tuna Luso.

Style of play
He mainly operated as a midfielder. He was left-footed. He was known for his dribbling ability.

Personal life
After retiring from professional football, he worked in the real estate industry. He is the father of Brazilian footballer Alessandro Lucas.