Is Ferran Torres gay? Spanish footballer sparks buzz online

Published August 4th, 2026 - 11:13 GMT
Spanish footballer Ferran Torres
Spanish footballer Ferran Torres partying with UFC fighter Ilia Topuria. (Social media)

ALBAWABA - "Is Ferran Torres gay?" Spanish footballer ignites debate all over social media platforms after reportedly being spotted partying and dancing at a nightclub. 

A clip reportedly showing famous football player Ferran Torres partying at a "gay club" in Ibiza went viral online, triggering curiosity about whether he is part of the LGBTQ community.

According to social media users and fans, Ferran Torres was not alone, as he was accompanied by Georgian-Spanish UFC fighter Ilia Topuria at the nightclub.

The pair were seen hugging and dancing together throughout the evening, sparking rumors about a possible relationship between them.

Ferran Torres is a professional football player who plays as a forward for FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team. Torres is nicknamed "El Tiburón" (which means The Shark). He previously played for Manchester City and Valencia.

Is Ferran Torres gay?

Rumors surrounding Torres started after celebratory, affectionate photos of him and his teammate Marcos Llorente went viral following Spain's World Cup victory. However, Llorente rejected claims, saying it was a moment between two friends and teammates. 

In addition, the Spanish footballer has not made any official statement declaring his sexuality; however, online discussions and speculations continued.