Are Nicki Nicole and Lamine Yamal Dating? The Rumors Explained

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Marcelo Cartaxo | Last updated Aug 25, 2025 9:21 AM ET

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal shared a photo with Argentine singer Nicki Nicole at her birthday party, sparking fresh rumors that the two are a couple. The picture showed Yamal and Nicole surrounded by heart-shaped balloons and roses, fueling speculation about their relationship.

Rumors about the pair have been circulating for weeks. They were first spotted together in early August, seen kissing in public, enjoying a getaway in Monaco, and even teasing fans with a “soft launch” by posting Instagram Stories of themselves playing Mario Kart.

Now, after weeks of speculation, it appears Yamal and Nicole have confirmed their relationship on social media.

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— Lamine Yamal (@Laminee_Yamaal) August 25, 2025

The attention has been so intense that some Spanish outlets even reached out to Yamal’s father for comments, though he refused to speak on anything related to his son unless it was a “serious matter.”

The rumors also follow a controversial episode in July, when Yamal faced accusations of hiring dwarfs for his birthday party—an act considered a crime in Spain. Around that same time, he was reportedly getting closer to Nicole.

The First Time Yamal and Nicole Were Seen Together

Nicole was first linked to Yamal after attending his birthday celebration. Not long after, the two were spotted kissing at a nightclub. Spanish journalist Javi de Hoyos reported that they shared a brief kiss before leaving the venue around 4 a.m.

With Yamal now posting a picture alongside Nicole on social media—and the timeline of their appearances together lining up—fans believe the relationship is official. Nicole were already spotted in the stands at a Barcelona match at Joan Gamper stadium, which is often how players’ relationships become publicly confirmed.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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