FORMER Chelsea midfielder Geremi finds himself embroiled in a paternity scandal as he files for divorce after discovering that the twins he raised with his wife were fathered by her ex-partner. The shocking revelation has rocked the football star, prompting a legal battle as court documents in Cameroon detail the breakdown of their marriage due to his wife’s infidelity.
According to reports from British newspaper, The Sun, Geremi’s wife, Laure, had a fling resulting in the birth of their twins, born in June 2008, four years before their marriage. The court documents in Cameroon assert that Laure’s actions have ‘destroyed the harmony’ of their marriage, citing her ‘abject behaviour’ and repeated lies.
Former Chelsea stalwart Geremi, who represented the club between 2003 and 2007, winning two Premier League titles, expressed his profound shock at the discovery. The 45-year-old footballer lamented that his wife’s deceit had inflicted significant psychological damage on him, leading to the decision to seek a divorce.
The revelation has cast a shadow over Geremi’s illustrious football career, which saw him also don the jerseys of Real Madrid, Middlesbrough on loan, and Newcastle United. Renowned for his contributions to Cameroon’s national team, Geremi made 118 appearances, clinching two Africa Cup of Nations titles and an Olympic Gold Medal in 2000.
The unfolding divorce drama underscores the personal turmoil faced by the former football star, as he grapples with the fallout from his wife’s betrayal. The case serves as a reminder of the complexities of relationships in the public eye and the challenges of navigating personal crises amidst professional success.