This Thursday it was revealed that Gerard Piqué and Clara Chía may have ended their relationship—a three-year romance marked by controversy due to the Spanish ex-footballer’s infidelity to famous Colombian singer Shakira. But what could have been the reason for the breakup? Here’s everything we know.
Why did Piqué and Clara Chía break up?
This information was shared by Spanish journalist Adriana Dorronsoro on her show Vamos a ver. She mentioned that although the real reason for the couple’s separation isn’t entirely clear, there are rumors suggesting that they’ve been going through a rough patch in recent months, and disagreements may have played a role in their decision to end the relationship.
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What did Shakira say about Piqué and Clara Chía’s breakup?
Following the rumors about the breakup between Piqué and Clara Chía, the spotlight has also turned to Shakira, who ended her relationship with the father of her children over three years ago due to his infidelity with Clara. Everyone is waiting for a reaction from the Colombian star; however, so far, she hasn’t made any public statement, as she is currently focused on her successful Las mujeres ya no lloran tour.
Deny Breakup Between Piqué and Clara Chía
Amid growing rumors about Gerard and Clara’s separation, some media outlets have reached out to sources close to the couple, who denied that their relationship has ended. They also stated that their romance is stronger than ever. However, neither Piqué nor Clara have made any statement on the matter.
How did Gerard Piqué and Clara Chía meet?
Gerard and Clara first met in November 2021 at a bar in Barcelona where she worked as a waitress. The bar was a regular hangout spot for Piqué and his circle of friends. The couple went public with their relationship in August 2022, shortly after Piqué’s highly publicized breakup with Shakira.
At first, Gerard and Clara chose to keep their romance low-key, and Clara even avoided public appearances and social media. Their relationship has always been surrounded by controversy and was not well received by much of the public, particularly by Shakira’s fans.
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Who is Gerard Piqué?
Born on February 2, 1987, in Barcelona,Gerard Piqué is a renowned former footballer. At just 10 years old, in 1997, he joined FC Barcelona’s youth academy. His dedication and effort helped him progress through the ranks of the club, where he honed his skills.
After completing his development at Barça, he signed his first professional contract with Manchester United, making his first-team debut in 2004 as a substitute. It was at this club that he truly began to shape his professional career, making his first start on March 26, 2006.
After a standout season at Real Zaragoza, Piqué returned to Manchester United in May 2007. However, his big break came in May 2008, when he rejoined FC Barcelona with a four-year contract. Thanks to his ability to build plays from the back and support the attack, Piqué became a key figure for the team and one of the world’s top defenders. In 2009, he had the opportunity to represent the Spanish National Team, and in 2010, he helped win the World Cup in South Africa. He officially announced his retirement on November 4, 2022.
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On the personal front, Piqué was in a relationship with the famous singer Shakira from 2010 to 2022, with whom he has two children. Later in 2022, he was romantically linked to Clara Chía Martí.
Who is Clara Chía?
Clara Chía Martí is a young woman from Barcelona. She studied Advertising and Public Relations, and before working at Kosmos—the company owned by former FC Barcelona footballer Gerard Piqué—she worked at several bars and nightclubs.
