In the world of celebrity news, pop diva Shakira and Miami Heat‘s Jimmy Butler have taken center stage due to their relationship rumors. Although there had been previous reports tying Shakira to F1 racer Lewis Hamilton, the focus changed when images of her dining with Jimmy Butler appeared, sparking a rush of romantic connection theories among fans. The suspense grew as they began to follow one another on social media and frequently appeared together. Only a few days after their romantic dinner in London, reports have emerged that the singer is dating the 33-year-old NBA player, shocking fans and sending social media into a frenzy of comments and questions about their relationship.

Meanwhile, according to the latest reports, Shakira is unbothered dating the NBA player who is 16 years younger than her. However, it is “too early to tell if there’s long-term potential.”

Shakira remains unfazed by their age difference

Rumors of a relationship between Jimmy Butler and Shakira have been making the rounds on several media sites. While none of them have officially responded to the rumors, they’ve been spotted together numerous times.

Sources close to the couple have revealed to US Weekly?that they have been taking things slow. “They have been out a few times, but things are very new and it’s too early to tell if there’s long-term potential there,” the source-based report said.

Although the rumored couple are 13 years apart in age, Shakira doesn’t seem to be bothered by it. She continues to spend time with Butler, the man who always seems to make her smile.

The rumors first spread when Shakira became a frequent attendee of Miami Heat games, especially during the playoffs. Butler then liked a video of Shakira singing an acoustic song, which sparked speculation about their connection, giving the rumors more credence.

Read More: After Fanboying over Carlos Alcaraz, NBA?s Jimmy Butler Shows Love for Tennis on Wimbledon?s Final Day

Observers recall Shakira’s passionate support for the Miami Heat, when she first moved to Miami. Her tweets during the team’s playoff matchup with the Boston Celtics added to the rumors. Following these rumors, the couple was seen getting cozy together.

However, Jimmy’s potential relationship with Shakira comes to light after being liked with multiple celebrities. Even Selena Gomez.

Jimmy Butler once got ghosted by Selena Gomez

Due to his basketball brilliance in 2020, Jimmy Butler enjoyed tremendous fame. Following their appearance together on a dinner date in November 2020, rumors of Butler dating Gomez started to spread. Although, no pictures of the duo together have ever surfaced. Selena Gomez dispelled the dating rumors in March 2021 and made it clear that she was not romantically involved with Butler.

Watch This Story: Moving Hips With Shakira?s Waka-Waka to Dancing With Ricky Martin?s ?La Copa de la Vida? ? Collection of Songs That Moved the Soccer Fraternity

Selena Gomez reportedly “ghosted” Jimmy Butler, putting an end to any potential romance, according to allegations that surfaced months after the dating rumors were shot down. The rumors eventually died down, but there was one surprise in store for the soccer fans.?Selena Gomez was romantically linked with Brazilian soccer star Neymar Jr. after her brief association with Jimmy Butler. Fans and the media were both intrigued by the news, which fueled rumors about the couple’s relationship.