Rafael Alves Targino (born 3 February 1989), most known as Rafael or Rafael ParaÃÂba, is a Brazilian striker who currently a free agent.
Rafael left on loan to Campeonato Gaúcho side Brasil de Pelotas in January 2009. In July 2009 he left for Croatian side Hajduk Split along with Thiaguinho. On 15 July 2010 he signed a 1-year contract with Turkish First League side Mersin ðdmanyurdu, but returned to Brazil in September 2010, signed a 1-year contract with Cerâmica. He played 10 matches for the team at 2010 Copa FGF., scored 2 goals.