Alexis Mac Allister Expecting Baby with Ex’s Friend Amid $5M Lawsuit
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has announced that he and his girlfriend, Ailen Cova, are expecting their first child. The news, shared via an emotional Instagram post on Thursday, marks a personal milestone for the Argentine star but also reignites controversy due to their complicated relationship history.
Mac Allister, 25, and Cova shared a heartfelt video revealing the pregnancy to loved ones, accompanied by a baby scan. Cova wrote, “We wish and love you with all our heart. See you soon, little one,” while Mac Allister commented, “I love you with all my heart.” While many fans and teammates congratulated the couple, the announcement also revived public scrutiny over their relationship’s origins.
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The Liverpool star previously dated Camila Mayan for five years before their high-profile breakup in December 2022—just days after Argentina’s World Cup victory. Within two months, Mac Allister began dating Cova, who was Mayan‘s childhood friend. The abrupt transition led to accusations of betrayal, with Mayan later filing a lawsuit seeking over $5 million in financial compensation for their time together abroad.
Mayan has publicly alleged that Mac Allister was unfaithful to Cova during their relationship, calling it a “betrayal” in an interview. She also claimed he kept some of her personal belongings post-breakup. Mac Allister has denied all allegations, stating in 2024, “There was no more relationship. She took her path, I took mine.”
Legal proceedings remain ongoing, with Mayan’s lawyer insisting that she never intended to publicise the case. Reports indicate Mac Allister initially paid her $78,000 after their breakup, but she deemed it insufficient and is pursuing further legal action.
Despite the off-field drama, Mac Allister remains a key figure for Liverpool following his £35 million transfer from Brighton in June 2023. His relationship with Cova has remained strong, with the couple publicly appearing at major events, including Argentina’s 2024 Copa América victory. As they prepare to welcome their first child, Mac Allister finds himself balancing personal joy with unresolved legal disputes.
