The spotlight has been shining on 29-year-old OnlyFans creator and social media influencer Fati Vazquez after she was seen vacationing with Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.
Despite the buzz and speculation around their connection, Vazquez has spoken out to clear the air, insisting that her involvement with the 17-year-old football prodigy has never been about money or financial gain.
A Holiday in Italy Sparks Rumors
Photos emerged showing Vazquez and Yamal enjoying a luxurious getaway in Italy’s beautiful island of Pantelleria, off southern Sicily.
From jet skiing to boat trips and even helicopter rides, the pair appeared to be living it up together.
Given the 12-year age difference, fans and media started speculating about the nature of their relationship.
However, Yamal himself quickly shut down dating rumors by posting a cheerful picture with Neymar in Rio de Janeiro, captioning it, “Single and happy, this is Brazil!” This seemed to signal that the young star wanted to keep his personal life private and free from gossip.
Vazquez Defends Herself Against Financial Motive Claims
Fati Vazquez wasn’t going to let the rumors slide without a response.
Speaking to Spanish TV show Y ahora Sonsoles, she firmly denied any financial interest in her connection with Yamal.
“I want to make it clear that I do not have and have never had a financial interest in this story,” Vazquez said.
“I have been independent since I was 18, building a career as a content creator for over 10 years — long before Lamine became a public figure.”
She also mentioned being surprised to learn another woman had been with Yamal just before her during the vacation, though their visits didn’t overlap.
Vazquez added, “Some say if Lamine wasn’t famous, I wouldn’t have noticed him, but it’s fair to say if I didn’t have my own career and visibility, he might not have noticed me either.”
She finished by thanking those who chose not to judge her unfairly and who sought the truth before jumping to conclusions.
Yamal Denies Romantic Links
Yamal had earlier denied any romantic involvement when contacted by gossip expert Javi de Hoyos, who revealed that Yamal said, “They have nothing going on.”
According to de Hoyos, Yamal traveled with other Barcelona teammates during the holiday, further suggesting that the vacation was a friendly getaway rather than a romance.
The Backlash and Threats Against Vazquez
Unfortunately, the fallout hasn’t been easy for Vazquez.
She has received harsh online abuse, including death threats and serious accusations, simply for being seen with Yamal.
On Spanish TV’s La familia de la tele, she opened up about the negative messages calling her a paedophile and other insults.
“I haven’t done anything wrong,” she said.
“We’re just two people wanting to have a good time.
The reactions have been way too extreme, and it’s even affecting Lamine.”
Vazquez also posted a lighthearted Instagram picture from a pool in Italy with the caption, “Imagine talking bad about me and I’m over here like this,” showing her attempt to stay positive despite the drama.
The Controversy Grows with Another Alleged Meeting
Adding fuel to the fire, another adult star, Claudia Bavel, was linked to Yamal in rumors of a potential meeting that never happened.
Yamal appeared indirectly on Spanish TV show TardeAR, denying the meeting and stating he wasn’t interested.
A reporter suggested Bavel might have wanted to profit from photographing the encounter, but Yamal said this was impossible since he lives with his mother, who doesn’t allow visitors.
Bavel later shared her side on social media, insisting she never had any relationship with Yamal or plans involving money or fame.
She also said they had met at social events but never arranged a meeting, and she called for an end to defamatory messages.
A Complex Story Behind the Headlines
This saga highlights the challenges faced by young celebrities like Lamine Yamal, who are often thrust into the public eye and scrutinized intensely.
Both Vazquez and Bavel emphasize that behind the gossip, there are real people affected by harsh judgments and false assumptions.