# Magaly Medina and Jefferson Farfán legal dispute > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/magaly-medina-and-jefferson-farfn-legal-dispute > Updated: 2026-09-30T22:07:35.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2. A legal and public dispute has emerged between journalist Magaly Medina and former footballer Jefferson Farfán following allegations linking Farfán to extortion and kidnapping threats against Medina. Farfán has denied any involvement in the crimes and criticized Medina and her lawyer for labeling him an ‘indirect perpetrator’ without evidence. He has demanded a public rectification, asserting that his professional background does not make him a criminal. Medina has refused to retract her statements, claiming her opinions are supported by evidence and noting that she has increased her security measures. As the situation progressed, Medina addressed rumors regarding a change in judge, denying any attempts to influence the judiciary. She indicated her intention to continue the legal battle, including a pending amparo lawsuit, to defend her constitutional rights. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-30: Magaly Medina addresses legal dispute with Farfán and reconciliation with Plasencia Magaly Medina addresses her legal dispute with Jefferson Farfán, announces a reconciliation with Yahaira Plasencia, and discusses the singer's relationship with Luis Fernando Rodríguez. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/magaly-medina-addresses-legal-dispute-with-farfn-and-reconciliation-with-plasencia ### 2026-09-15: Magaly Medina and Jefferson Farfán clash over extortion allegations Magaly Medina refuses to retract statements linking Jefferson Farfán to extortion threats against her, while Farfán demands a public rectification, denying any involvement in criminal activities. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/magaly-medina-and-jefferson-farfn-clash-over-extortion-allegations --- Cite as: Magaly Medina and Jefferson Farfán legal dispute. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/magaly-medina-and-jefferson-farfn-legal-dispute