NEYMAR’s sister, Rafaella Santos, is keeping her ties with the football world strong as reports suggest she is romantically involved with professional footballer Joaquin Piquerez.
Piquerez, currently playing as a left-back for Brazilian club Palmeiras, has earned 13 caps for the Uruguayan national team since his debut in 2021.
Speculation about Piquerez’s relationship with Rafaella intensified when he attended her 28th birthday celebration, alongside several of his Palmeiras teammates.
Rafaella romantical involvement
According to the Sun, Rafaella and Piquerez public appearance fueled rumors of their romance, following Rafaella’s previous relationship with footballer Gabriel Barbosa, known as ‘Gabigol,’ which ended after they began dating in 2017.
Rafaella has carved out a career for herself online, amassing an impressive following of 6 million Instagram followers.
Additionally, she has ventured into modeling, gaining recognition when she starred in a World Cup-themed advertisement for Beats by Dre in 2014.
Maintaining a close bond with her brother Neymar, who currently plays for Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia after transferring from PSG, Rafaella enjoys celebrating milestones with him.
Neymar, who has been sidelined with an ACL tear since September, was photographed alongside Piquerez during Rafaella’s birthday festivities, indicating a seemingly cordial relationship between the two footballers.
Neymar strained relationship with Rafaella’s ex
In contrast, Neymar’s relationship with Rafaella’s former partner Barbosa was reportedly strained.
In 2019, Neymar infamously covered Barbosa’s face in a picture while the striker was dating his sister, suggesting tension between the two Brazilian football stars.
Overall, Rafaella’s reported romance with Piquerez adds another chapter to her connection with the football world, showcasing her continued affinity for the sport and its players.
