Rafael Santos de Sousa (born 2 February 1998), known as Rafael Santos, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Liga Portugal 2 club Leixoes.
Career
Flamengo
On 5 May 2019 Santos debuted for Flamengo in a Campeonato Brasileiro Série A match at Estádio do Morumbi against São Paulo, he came to the match as a substitute as head coach Abel Braga fielded the whole team with reserves, the match ended 1–1.
APOEL (loan)
On 29 May 2020 APOEL signed Santos from Flamengo on loan until May 2022. On 21 August 2020 he debuted in a Cypriot First Division 2-2 match against Karmiotissa FC, Santos scored APOEL's second goal.
Moreirense
On 27 July 2022, Santos joined Liga Portugal 2 club Moreirense, signing a three-year contract with an option for a further year. In his debut season, he scored 1 goal in 14 league appearances, as the Moreira de Cónegos-based side were crowned second division champions and achieved promotion to the Primeira Liga.
Santa Clara
On 29 January 2024, Santos, who had failed to make any appearances for Moreirense in the Primeira Liga, returned to the Liga Portugal 2, signing a two-and-a-half-year contract with Azores-based side Santa Clara.
Career statistics
Club
- As of 7 February 2023
- Notes
Honours
- Flamengo
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: 2019
- Campeonato Carioca: 2019
Moreirense
- Liga Portugal 2: 2022–23
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