Sources close to Lamine Yamal admit that the rumor is true and Spain is surprised

The name Lamine Yamal has once again made headlines across Spain after sources close to the footballer confirmed what had been an open secret. Despite the media frenzy, the young FC Barcelona talent has decided to stay on the sidelines, focused on enjoying his vacation alongside world surfing champion Gabriel Medina. This unexpected scene has sparked even more interest around the player, who at 17 years old has already become a phenomenon beyond the soccer field.

Unconcerned by the commotion he causes in his country, Lamine has chosen to take a break far from the spotlight and speculation. What's behind that confirmed rumor, and why has his attitude unsettled so many?

Spain is surprised by the confirmation of the meeting between Lamine Yamal and Gabriel Medina

Since his summer break began, Lamine Yamal hasn't stopped making news. First in Italy and now in Brazil, the young man seems to have found a new way to channel his energy: surfing.

The most talked-about detail in recent days hasn't been his time on Italian beaches. In fact, a photo of Lamine Yamal wearing a wetsuit, surfboard in hand, and grinning from ear to ear next to Gabriel Medina has been published.

At first, these were just rumors, but sources close to the footballer have confirmed that the rumor is true. He has been able to take some surfing lessons with the three-time world surfing champion. In fact, Gabriel Medina himself later confirmed it on his social media: "The new surfer in town, star Lamine Yamal."

That post had an immediate effect. On one hand, it confirmed that the player is indeed in Brazil, where he landed on Monday after his stay in Italy. On the other, it has shown that, far from letting himself be swept away by rumors about his supposed romance with influencer Fati Vázquez, Lamine is focused on enjoying his free time.

Beyond surfing, photos, and rumors, the message Lamine sends is clear: he doesn't want to let what the press says influence him. Instead of denying or directly confirming his relationship with Fati Vázquez, he has chosen to show himself enjoying life. Many have interpreted his silence as a way of saying more than any statement could.

Moreover, his appearance alongside the surfer is no coincidence. Gabriel Medina was a regular visitor to Barcelona during Neymar's time there, and his closeness to the Brazilian star has sparked new speculation about a possible reunion with Yamal. Although there is no official confirmation, expectations have grown since that first meeting at the Globe Soccer Awards held in Dubai last December.

Lamine Yamal is living a summer of absolute freedom after the rumors that emerged in Spain

The images from Brazil aren't the only ones that have fueled interest. Days earlier, Lamine was seen at the NBA House in São Paulo, a space for basketball lovers where he was able to follow the NBA finals.

That's not all he has done during his vacation. He has been seen enjoying peace and quiet, spending time with friends, riding in a helicopter, or sailing on a boat. There's no doubt that he's making the most of his time before he has to return to training with Barcelona.

Far from soccer's traditional spotlights, the young man has immersed himself in different cultures, surrounding himself with international figures and making it clear that his influence already crosses borders. In this context, each of his moves sparks a different interpretation: is it strategy, freedom, or simply a desire to disconnect?

Lamine Yamal has shown that his presence goes beyond the playing field, surprising all of Spain with a relaxed yet firm attitude. While rumors swirl, he dives into the waves with Gabriel Medina. The footballer has chosen to keep a low profile, although paradoxically every step he takes becomes a headline.