Details have emerged about a high-profile split involving Simone Gualtieri, who was married to Keith Balde, a striker known for his time with Spartak Moscow. Reports circulated that the couple separated amid claims of infidelity. The information appeared on social media, attributed to journalist Juan Etchegoyen, who spoke about the divorce and the broader implications for their family. According to Etchegoyen, the divorce is a confirmed fact and discussions about asset sharing are already underway in Italy. He cited a source describing Simone’s distress as undeniable and suggested she had started to reassess the relationship in light of more widely publicized personal matters involving other figures. The journalist noted that the situation has a direct impact on their two children, emphasizing the emotional strain on the family unit.
Earlier in 2023, reports surfaced that Balde had engaged in a sexual relationship with Wanda Nara, who is recognized as the former wife of Mauro Icardi, a midfielder associated with Galatasaray. It was reported that Nara traveled to Dubai, a frequent training hub for Spartak, and stayed in the same hotel as Balde during that period. This development contributed to the public narrative surrounding Balde and his personal life during a time when his professional career included transfers and loans.
On the professional front, Balde joined Spartak as a free agent during the summer of 2022, following his stint with Italian club Cagliari. He has also been noted for his performances with Sampdoria, Monaco, and Lazio, teams that helped shape his reputation in European football. In September 2023, Spartak arranged a loan of Balde to Espanyol, illustrating the ongoing phase of club changes as part of his career.
Publicly, the former wife of the Russian national team goalkeeper was seen in a revealing outfit in a separate social media post, which added another layer to the public dimension of the ongoing personal and media attention surrounding the family involved.