Barcelona and Spain winger Lamine Yamal has sparked widespread speculation online after fans noticed striking similarities between his recent holiday posts and those of 30-year-old Spanish fitness model and influencer Faty Vázquez.
The 17-year-old, who is currently enjoying his off-season break, has been sharing photos from what appears to be a trip through scenic coastal locations in Italy.
However, shortly after his posts surfaced, followers observed that Vázquez had uploaded photos from what seemed to be the exact same locations, including a distinctive rocky coastline and a pool with a recognizable canopy and tree.
In one Instagram Story posted by Vázquez, fans even claimed to have spotted Yamal’s shoes in the frame, fueling rumors that the two are vacationing together.
Though no official confirmation has been given, the social media overlap has led many to speculate that the teenager and the model may be romantically involved.
Vázquez, who is 13 years older than Yamal, boasts nearly 400,000 Instagram followers and over 320,000 on TikTok.
She is also reportedly linked to content creation on adult platform OnlyFans, adding further intrigue to the nature of her connection with the young footballer.
The situation has drawn mixed reactions from the public, particularly because Yamal is still under 18, he turns 18 on July 13.
While some fans dismissed the rumors as coincidence, others raised concerns over the apparent age gap.
Spanish influencer Javi de Hoyos has publicly claimed the rumors are false, stating that he spoke to Yamal directly and was told there is no relationship.
Despite this, fresh photos released hours after Vázquez addressed the rumors show the pair riding a scooter together, keeping the speculation alive.
Vázquez later responded to the backlash in a post on social media, revealing she has received death threats over the situation.
Neither party has officially confirmed or denied the relationship, and Yamal has not made any public comment.
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