The Barcelona legend will look after his children while his ex-partner prepares for her international tour.
Former Barcelona star Gerard Piqué has made a surprising move, leaving his girlfriend, Clara Chía Marti, behind in Spain to temporarily live in Miami with his children.
This decision comes as his ex-partner, global superstar Shakira, prepares for her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which kicks off in Mexico.
As reported by Spanish newspaper Vanitatis, Piqué is taking on full parental duties while Shakira is away, ensuring the children remain well cared for in their Miami home.
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The tour, expected to run until June, has prompted Piqué to relocate to the United States, leaving Clara Chía in Barcelona, over 7,500 kilometres away.
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Despite the distance, sources close to the couple insist the separation is purely physical and not sentimental.
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Living Apart Together: A modern love reality
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While the temporary separation might seem unconventional, it reflects a growing trend among modern couples.
Known as LAT (Living Apart Together) relationships, this arrangement allows couples to maintain their bond while living in different locations for work, family, or personal reasons.
According to Dario AS, study from the University of Malaga highlights that 8% of couples in Spain now adopt this model, mirroring trends in other countries like the UK, where over 2.2 million couples embrace the LAT lifestyle.
Clara Chía, staying in Barcelona, appears to be supportive of Piqué’s decision, according to insiders.
Meanwhile, fans have praised the ex-footballer for prioritising his children.