The Short-Lived Romance of Lamine Yamal and Nicki Nicole
The unexpected relationship between FC Barcelona’s rising star, Lamine Yamal, and Argentine singer Nicki Nicole has quickly become a hot topic across media and social networks—not because of football or music, but due to the drama surrounding their sudden breakup. What appeared to be a promising romance between the 18-year-old footballer and the 25-year-old artist ended in just two weeks, fueling rumors of infidelity and sparking widespread online debate.
From Public Love to Silent Breakup
Speculation began when Yamal and Nicki Nicole were spotted together at a hotel in Monaco. The footballer then confirmed their relationship on August 25, posting an Instagram story celebrating Nicki’s birthday with flowers, a heart emoji, and a photo of them holding hands. Nicki Nicole even attended a Barça match in a shirt bearing Yamal’s number, strengthening the idea of a serious romance.
But only 13 days later, fans noticed a drastic shift: Yamal deleted the photos with Nicki from his Instagram and replaced his profile picture with a plain black background. He left only a brief bio reading “Ly10 – God Bless Me.” These changes fueled speculation, with social media users mocking the short-lived affair with comments such as, “A love story that lasted 13 days,” and “Football’s briefest romance.”
The Mastantuono Twist
The story escalated further with reports from Argentine journalist Marcela Tauro, who claimed the breakup may have been triggered by Nicki Nicole’s alleged closeness to Franco Mastantuono, a 17-year-old Argentine talent who recently joined Real Madrid from River Plate.
If true, this twist adds fuel to the historic rivalry between Barça and Madrid, as Yamal and Mastantuono would not only face each other on the pitch but also in their personal lives. According to speculation, Nicki Nicole may have connected with Mastantuono after his arrival in Spain, sparking conflict with Yamal and ultimately leading to the split.
Silence and Speculation
Despite the rumors, none of the three—Yamal, Nicki Nicole, or Mastantuono—have released statements. This silence has left the door wide open for speculation, with social networks dissecting every move, deleted photo, and cryptic post.
Nicki Nicole has faced criticism from some fans, labeled a “botinera”—a term in Argentina for women who date footballers—while others have defended her privacy. Meanwhile, Yamal’s father, Mounir Nasraoui, downplayed the matter in an interview, saying: “They’re kids. I don’t know who she is, I don’t know her face, I don’t know if they’re dating or not.” Far from calming things down, his remarks added new fuel to the fire.
Careers Continue
While the gossip dominates headlines, the three figures remain focused on their paths. Yamal continues to shine for Barcelona and the Spanish national team, Nicki Nicole has returned to Argentina to celebrate her birthday with family, and Mastantuono, still awaiting his Real Madrid debut due to age restrictions, has stayed silent.
Conclusion
For now, this rumored love triangle remains unconfirmed, but it has captivated football and entertainment fans alike, extending the Barça–Madrid rivalry beyond the pitch. Until those involved decide to speak, social media will continue to be the main stage where every hint and gesture is scrutinized, keeping the saga alive.
