He is a Liverpool legend, but Sadio Mane is part of a global controversy that has shocked everyone

Sadio Mané has been shining in Saudi Arabia, shining alongside Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr. Now, he is also going through a great moment from a personal point of view. What happened? At 31, he married Aisha Tamba, a young woman of just 18 years old. However, it sparked controversy because of the striking age difference in their two-year relationship. The story began two years ago when Sadio was 29 and Aisha 16. He is one of the stars of Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr and with a long career in football that includes his stellar participation with Champions League winners Liverpool in 2019, he already has a recognised surname in the world of sport.

His beloved, this time around, is the one taking her first steps into the media spotlight. She is the daughter of an architect whom Sadio helped to pay for her studies. One of the keys to the couple's strength.

On one occasion, Mané explained how much she values privacy and the fact that things in the house do not cross the gate that separates the private property from the street. "I've seen a lot of girls asking me why I'm not married, but I'm sorry you're wasting your time. The woman I marry will not appear on social media. I want to marry a woman who respects God and prays well. Everyone has their own way of choosing their love," the footballer had commented.

What does the law say about partnership?

The legality of the couple is not under discussion. Considering that in Senegal, the minimum age of marriage for women is 16. Therefore, by exceeding the legal age limit by 24 months, the couple can enjoy their honeymoon without any qualms.