Yamal, however, added: “It was not for any infidelity; we have simply parted ways, and that is it.”
By Kehinde Okeowo
Barcelona star, Lamine Yamal, has confirmed a rumoured breakup with Argentine singer and former lover, Nicki Nicole.
The talented winger and the artist had become inseparable, with their romance making frequent appearances on Instagram and TikTok.
Their love story allegedly began around the time of Yamal’s 18th birthday celebrations in July, with Nicole reportedly flying in to join the festivities.
In early September, Nicki publicly confirmed the romance. During an event to present a new ‘Studio’ collection, she admitted: “I’m very in love, very happy, very content. (He) taught me how to say t’estimo (I love you) in Catalan.”
However, trouble began to brew earlier this month when Spanish tabloids claimed that Yamal had secretly met Italian influencer Anna Gegnoso during a short trip to Milan.
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The reports suggested the youngster had flown in on a private jet accompanied by his cousin and a close friend, with the visit allegedly confirmed through social media posts.
Amid reports of infidelity, the Spain international has now confirmed that he is no longer together with Nicole.
Speaking to Javi Hoyos on D Corazon (via Sport), Yamal set the record straight: “We [Nicki and I] are NOT together anymore.”
He added, “It was not for any infidelity, we have simply parted ways, and that is it.
“Everything that is coming out has nothing to do with us. I have not been unfaithful or gotten with someone else.”
Yamal has struggled with persistent injury problems so far this season and has missed five games for the Catalan club.
