12.02.2026 10:30
Galatasaray's Argentine star Mauro Icardi has come into the spotlight due to claims that he was seen kissing another woman at his teammate Lucas Torreira's birthday party. The footage that surfaced on social media quickly became a hot topic. In a statement regarding the issue, Icardi reacted to the Argentine press, saying, "I am very happy with the woman I love." Icardi used strong language against those who constantly talk about him and the tabloid press, firmly denying the allegations.
Images taken during Torreira's birthday celebration featured moments of someone alleged to be Icardi getting close to a woman. Following the spread of the images, the footballer's private life was once again brought to the tabloid agenda.
After allegations that Icardi was seen with another woman at Lucas Torreira's birthday party, he broke his silence. In a lengthy statement on his social media account, Icardi harshly criticized the Argentine press.
"THEY HAVE HITTEN ROCK BOTTOM"
Targeting the Argentine tabloid press, Icardi stated, "What has happened to the Argentine magazine world? They have truly hit rock bottom and have no idea what to make up anymore. Just look at this nonsense we have to read for a few rascals to think they are journalists. It's a complete disgrace," he expressed.
Reacting to the comments made about him, the star footballer criticized some individuals for talking about football and contracts, saying, "They have no idea that the ball is round, but they talk about me for 24 hours."
"I AM NOT THE PERSON IN THAT VIDEO"
Referring to the alleged kissing footage from the birthday party, Icardi implied that the person in the video was not him. Reminding that his neck is completely tattooed, the Argentine footballer said, "As for that birthday video where someone is supposedly kissing; they have forgotten that my neck is completely tattooed, but they keep repeating the same thing just for a few views."
"I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THE WOMAN I LOVE"
Icardi also sent a clear message regarding his private life. The star player, who stated, "I have nothing to remember about my past; because my current life is perfect and the woman I love, with whom I want to be until the end of my life, is by my side," emphasized his current relationship.
In his statement, Icardi said, "Neither my future wife nor I are feeding off your antics," firmly denying the allegations.