A potential scandal is brewing as Colombian media outlet Noticias Uno alleges that Radamel Falcao may have lied about his age. The report claims that “El Tigre” was actually born in 1984, contradicting the official records that state Radamel Falcao Garcia Zarate was born on February 10, 1986, in Santa Marta, Colombia.
If true, this would mean that the new Monaco star is not 27 as widely believed but rather 29. The discrepancy in age could have financial implications, especially considering the substantial €60 million that Monaco invested in the player.
Age falsification is unfortunately not uncommon in football, with numerous instances reported in various regions. While such practices are often associated with African players, this case sheds light on the possibility of similar occurrences in South America.
In response to the allegations, Falcao has vehemently denied the rumors, stating, “I am surprised by this information in the media about my age; they are totally ridiculous. I vehemently deny these rumors and want to put an end to this story once and for all.” The player is taking a firm stance against the accusations, seeking to dispel any doubts regarding his age.
