Paulo Ricardo Alves da Silva (born 17 August 1987), known as Paulo Ricardo or simply Paulo, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a right-back.
Paulo played for Santa Cruz on loan from Santos in the 2007 season.
Made professional debut and only appearance that season in 4âÂÂ3 away defeat to Botafogo on 14 October 2006.
Paulo played in Serie B with Sampaio Corrêa Futebol Clube.