‘Lover boy’ Yamal star gifts girlfriend ₦47 MILLION diamond necklace as tribute to his own rise

Lamine Yamal has once again made headlines after gifting girlfriend Inés García a custom-made diamond necklace.

The luxurious piece was first spotted around García’s neck during Spain’s World Cup round of 16 match against Portugal, immediately sparking conversation among supporters who quickly realised the jewellery carried a deeper meaning than its eye-catching appearance.

Designed by Spanish jeweller Iñaki Torres of IT Joyeros, the bespoke necklace pays tribute to Yamal’s rapid ascent from Barcelona academy prospect to one of world football’s brightest stars.

Rather than serving purely as a luxury accessory, the necklace documents key moments from the Spain international’s career.

As reported by Spanish outlet Hola, the design believed to be worth ₦47 million (€30,000) incorporates three significant squad numbers that have defined different stages of his football journey.

The number 41 represents the shirt Yamal wore when he made his historic Barcelona first-team debut in April 2023, becoming the club’s youngest-ever La Liga debutant at just 15 years and 290 days.

The number 27 recalls the shirt he wore throughout his breakthrough 2023/24 campaign before establishing himself among Barcelona’s regular starters.

Completing the sequence is 19, the number most closely associated with his emergence as a global superstar, including Spain’s victorious UEFA Euro 2024 campaign and his continued success on the international stage.

The necklace also features a crown, a reference to Yamal’s now-famous goal celebration, alongside the number 304, honouring Rocafonda, the neighbourhood in Mataró where he grew up and whose postcode has become synonymous with his story.

According to jewellery experts, the handcrafted piece is a one-of-one creation with no commercial equivalent.

García, 21, wore the necklace publicly for the first time while supporting Spain during their World Cup encounter with Portugal, where she shared photos from after the match at the Dallas Stadium in Texas.

The couple have become one of football’s most talked-about young relationships since confirming their romance earlier this year after months of speculation.

Yamal, who turns 19 this month, continues to dominate headlines both on and off the pitch.

While his performances have helped Spain progress at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, his off-field profile has grown just as rapidly through fashion, jewellery and high-profile public appearances.