The Spanish football player Gerard Pique and his new girlfriend Clara Chia were spotted on an evening stroll after enjoying a romantic dinner at a Japanese restaurant, writes "Daily Mail".

Namely, the football player (35) was seen holding hands with the young public relations student (23), gentlemanly holding her bag and helping her adjust her socks.

This is their first public appearance since Pique signed the papers relinquishing full custody to Shakira over the sons Milan и Sasha allowing her to move to Miami.

Citing a statement from friends close to Pique and Clara, the Spanish media write that the footballer replaced Shakira with his new girlfriend because she is much "more understanding" than the Colombian singer and that she "doesn't act like a diva".

As a reminder, Shakira and Pique have been together since 2011 and have two children – nine-year-old Milan and seven-year-old Sasha.

They shared the news of their separation in June of this year, with an official announcement published by her agency.

"Unfortunately, we confirm that our paths are parting. For the sake of our children, who are our highest priority, we ask that you respect our privacy," their statement read.