Roberto Carlos denies conversion rumors amid divorce proceedings

Former Real Madrid star Roberto Carlos is facing significant personal challenges involving both his religious identity and his domestic life. His wife, Souhaila Tahiri, has formally denied rumors circulating on social media suggesting that the 53-year-old footballer has converted to Islam. These rumors, which originated from reports in Turkish media, claimed he had performed religious testimonies in the presence of a Sheikh. Carlos himself addressed the claims to a Saudi media outlet, stating that while he respects Islam, the allegations of conversion are false.

Simultaneously, Carlos is navigating a complex divorce process. Despite an estimated fortune of 160 million euros, the Brazilian legend is reportedly living at the Real Madrid sports complex in Valdebebas because his Spanish residences are currently occupied by his wife and relatives. The legal proceedings follow a complicated family history involving eleven children from seven different women.