29-Year-Old Model Addresses Yamal Romance Claims, Reveals Another Girl’s Getaway Hours Before Her Arrival
29-Year-Old Influencer Defends Friendship with Barcelona Star Lamine Yamal, 17, Amid Backlash
OnlyFans model and influencer Fati Vazquez, 29, has denied romantic or financial motives after vacationing with 17-year-old Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal in Italy. The pair sparked speculation when photos emerged of them jet-skiing, dining, and relaxing on the island of Pantelleria post-Yamal’s Nations League finals appearance.
[IMAGE: Fati Vazquez posing poolside with caption: "Fati Vazquez, a flight attendant and content creator, denied financial ties to Yamal."]
Yamal, Spain’s youngest-ever international footballer, dismissed rumors on Instagram, posting a photo with Neymar in Rio de Janeiro captioned: “Single and happy, this is Brazil!” Vazquez, meanwhile, faced intense backlash, including death threats and accusations of exploiting the teenager.
Vazquez Addresses Critics
In an interview with Spanish TV show Y Ahora Sonsoles, Vazquez stressed her independence: “I’ve been a content creator for over a decade, long before Lamine’s fame. My career is self-made.” She also revealed shock over claims another woman had visited Yamal before her, stating, “If I lacked my public profile, he might not have noticed me either.”
[IMAGE: Yamal and Vazquez on a boat trip with caption: "The pair shared similar vacation snaps but deny a relationship."]
The influencer condemned the vitriol, explaining on La Familia de la Tele: “I’m being called a pedophile and threatened—this toxicity affects us both.” She later posted a defiant poolside Instagram story: “Imagine hating while I’m living like this.”
Bavel Controversy Adds Fuel
The debate intensified when adult star Claudia Bavel, 29, claimed Yamal sought her contact for a meetup, which he denied. Bavel alleged Yamal’s team spread false narratives, sharing: “He insisted on meeting, but I refused due to his age. I’ve never targeted minors.”
[IMAGE: Claudia Bavel at an event with caption: "Claudia Bavel denied plans to exploit Yamal, citing moral boundaries."]
Yamal’s reps and Barcelona have not formally commented. Earlier this year, the player made headlines after publicly dating TikTok star Alex Padilla, 16, post-Euro 2024.
Public Reactions and Fallout
Despite both parties denying romance, critics question the appropriateness of their bond. Spanish outlet Lecturas noted the duo “get along perfectly,” while gossip reporter Javi de Hoyos emphasized Yamal traveled with teammates, seemingly downplaying exclusivity with Vazquez.
[IMAGE: Yamal’s Instagram post with Neymar with caption: "Yamal’s ‘single’ claim in Brazil further distanced him from rumors."]
Vazquez’s remarks highlight the intense scrutiny faced by women linked to sports stars, particularly with age disparities. As the saga unfolds, Yamal continues training ahead of Barcelona’s preseason, while Vazquez vows to focus on her career beyond the drama.
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