Gerard Pique spotted with Chelsea bag as he watches Wimbledon after Shakira split

Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has stunned fans after he was spotted in Wimbledon with a Chelsea bag on Saturday.

It is well-known that the central defender has a soft spot for tennis, regularly attending tournaments – being a big fan of fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal. However, the fact he was caught with a Chelsea bag is what raised eyebrows.

The 35-year-old joined Manchester United in 2004 and spent four years at the club before heading to the Camp Nou. As a young prospect at the Red Devils, he struggled for minutes at the club and made just 12 Premier League appearances over that time.

Of course, Pique being caught somewhat donning another club's crest sparked transfer speculation. But Marca have reported that he had visited Chelsea’s store to buy shirts for his children, suggesting that they are fans of Thomas Tuchel’s side.

Despite Pique’s contract at Barca expiring in 2024 and there being no suggestion that he is no longer part of Xavi’s plans, some felt the purchases may have had a greater meaning this summer. One wrote: “Get him instead of De Ligt and Kounde.”

Another added: “Decent replacement for Christensen.” However, another took a more realistic view by commenting: “Gerard Pique been to the megastore. Would’ve been a great signing in 2012.”

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Pique has been in the headlines earlier this month after he split from pop star partner Shakira after 11 years together. The pair had met at the 2012 South Africa World Cup when Shakira sang the iconic anthem for the tournament in which Pique won with Spain.

Confirming the news, the pair released a joint statement that read: “We regret to confirm that we are parting ways. For the well-being of our children, who