Rafa Marín


Rafael Marín Zamora is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for La Liga club Villarreal, on loan from Serie A club Napoli.
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Club career

Real Madrid

Marín made his debut for the Castilla side on 2 May 2021, coming on as a substitute in a 3–1 win over Badajoz. He would later be called up to the senior team for the first time on 22 December 2021, spending the entirety of the match on the bench in a 2–1 victory at Athletic Bilbao in La Liga.

Loan to Alavés

On 28 July 2023, Marín was sent to Alavés on a season-long loan.

Napoli

On 10 July 2024, Marín signed for Serie A club Napoli on a five-year contract.

Loan to Villarreal

On 3 July 2025, Marín returned to Spain after agreeing to a one-year loan deal with Villarreal, with the transfer fee set at €1 million. The Yellow Submarine holds a purchase option valued at €15 million.

International career

Marín has represented Spain at the under-21 level, featuring at the 2025 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Slovakia.

Honours

Napoli