Singer Shakira and footballer Gerard Pique announce their separation

Rumors of infidelity on the part of Spanish FC Barcelona player Gerard Pique have ignited social networks in recent days, suggesting a separation with Colombian singer Shakira.

It is now official.

This Saturday, in a joint press release transferred to the Spanish press agency EFE, the two stars officially announce their separation, after nearly twelve years of relationship.

“We regret to confirm that we are separating.

For the well-being of our children, which is our top priority, we ask for privacy.

Thank you for your understanding “, can we read in the press release prepared by the communication agency of the singer, with the agreement of the footballer of Barça.

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In twelve years together, Pique and Shakira had two children, 9-year-old Milan and 6-year-old Sasha.

Already in 2017, insistent rumors concerning a separation of the star couple had circulated.

Rumors that the 2010 world champion had denied in a video.