27 February 2026
Young Spanish star Lamine Yamal, the Barcelona winger, is back in the media spotlight due to a possible new romantic relationship. Jamal previously made headlines for his relationship with Argentinian singer Nicki Nicole, from which he confirmed their breakup at the end of last year. Now, speculation is rife that the 18-year-old is dating London-born British model and influencer Lily Rowland.
According to ABC, journalist Ana Gurgui analyzed the situation on her podcast "En todas las salsas" and revealed some indicators that she believes might suggest a possible relationship between them.
She said, "Lamine, like all footballers, doesn't follow the girls he likes. But I noticed some likes and thumbs-ups from Lamine Yamal on Lily Rowland's posts, and I thought, 'That's strange.' I also noticed that Lily likes his posts." She added that Rowland's social media activity towards Yamal's ex-girlfriend has recently changed, explaining, "Just a month ago, Lily stopped liking her posts."
Some people are speculating in the comments that she might be dating him recently, as she's been posting pictures of herself at Barcelona's stadium or during matches, wearing the team's jersey. They're keeping an eye on it because it's similar to his relationship with Nicki Nicol. There's no confirmation, but the signs are interesting.
Who is Lily Rowland?
Lily Rowland is a British model and influencer who has worked with brands like Casablanca, Yves Saint Laurent, Dior, and Armani Beauty. She has a huge following on social media, with over four million followers across Instagram and TikTok, where she posts content focused on beauty, makeup, fashion, and lifestyle. She often appears wearing Barcelona jerseys on her Instagram account and spoke about her career in an interview with Wonderland magazine, saying, "I've always loved art and creativity. I started experimenting with makeup looks online, some of which were quite daring (like an Avatar). I was naturally good at makeup because of my interest in drawing and art, and before I knew it, I was gaining followers on TikTok."
She added, "As my audience grew, I began..." Brands and agencies approached me with small offers, and it progressed from promotional gifts to paid contracts. There was pressure to get a job, so I decided to work full-time on social media, and since then, everything has just kept growing.
It's worth noting that Lamine became a global sensation after his impressive performances with Barcelona and the Spanish national team. Despite the spotlight, he insists on keeping his personal life separate from football.
