Maxi Araújo expressed a desire to play for Cerrito, a club based in Montevideo, Uruguay, where he is a fan. He recalled visiting the Estádio Parque 'Maracaná' since childhood, which brings him many good memories. He expressed his hope to play there one day, saying 'Oxalá um dia possa jogar aqui', meaning 'Hopefully one day I can play here'.