Rafinha will not continue his career at Sao Paulo as a contract renewal agreement was not reached. He is looking for a new club to conclude his career after playing for teams like Coritiba, Flamengo, Olympiacos, and Gremio, and winning titles in Germany and Brazil.

Rafinha has decided to leave São Paulo. The club confirmed his departure on social media with a video compilation of his memorable moments. Rafinha, visibly emotional, bid farewell to the fans. Although there were discussions about extending his contract for three months to allow him to retire after the Paulistão, Rafinha decided against starting a new season only to leave mid-way. São Paulo respected his decision not to renew. Rafinha plans to rest and decide his future in 2025.

Rafinha has agreed to renew his contract with São Paulo for an additional three months, extending until the conclusion of the Campeonato Paulista. The decision to opt for a shorter contract was made mutually. Rafinha plans to retire at the end of the competition and is considering a career in coaching. He has indicated his interest in dedicating the year 2025 to studying and preparing for this new career direction. There is speculation about the possibility of him becoming an assistant coach, as he humorously mentioned the idea of working with Filipe Luís at Flamengo. Nonetheless, his plans for after retirement remain undefined.

Rafinha is expected to retire at the end of the Campeonato Paulista, influencing São Paulo's interest in acquiring a new right-back.