Love Island alum Montel McKenzie has officially confirmed his new romance with football star Alisha Lehmann, often dubbed the “world’s sexiest footballer,” after the couple went Instagram official in a series of affectionate posts that quickly caught fans’ attention.
The 28-year-old reality TV star and semi-professional footballer shared a heartfelt tribute to Lehmann as he celebrated her 27th birthday, marking the first public confirmation of their relationship.
The post instantly sparked excitement among followers, with fans praising the unexpected but glamorous pairing.
Montel, who rose to fame on ITV2’s Love Island and later appeared on Love Island: All Stars, uploaded a collection of loved-up snaps showing him enjoying a sun-soaked holiday with the Swiss footballer.
The photos show the couple cuddling on the beach, sharing kisses, and laughing together, signaling that their relationship is very much official.
Alisha Lehmann, who currently plays as a striker for Italian club FC Como and represents Switzerland at international level, looked relaxed and radiant in the holiday photos.
In one short video, she is seen wearing a white bikini as she sits on Montel’s knee, dancing playfully before planting a kiss on his forehead.
In another moment, the pair pose together at a stylish beach club, clearly enjoying their time away from the spotlight.
Montel also shared clips of the couple perfecting a playful handshake, exchanging kisses, and even showing off their sporting skills during a friendly game of beach volleyball.
The chemistry between them did not go unnoticed, with fans flooding the comments section with messages of support.
One follower wrote, “Aww, what a couple,” while another added, “So happy for you, bro.” A third summed up the moment simply by commenting: “LAUNCHED!”
The romance comes just months after Montel’s split from former villa partner Kaz Crossley. The pair had coupled up during Love Island: All Stars, but confirmed their breakup in June following weeks of speculation.
Kaz later described their relationship as a close friendship during an appearance on Aftersun, joking that it came “with benefits,” a comment that quickly went viral at the time.
According to sources close to the couple, Montel and Alisha’s relationship has been quietly developing for some time.
An insider revealed that the pair first connected through the Baller League, a six-a-side football competition in London founded by YouTuber KSI.
Alisha currently manages MVPs United in the Baller League, a team for which Montel plays. She also co-manages the squad alongside TV presenter Maya Jama.
The source explained that while their professional dynamic initially raised eyebrows, sparks quickly flew behind the scenes.
“They hit it off straight away and started going on dates after matches,” the insider said. “Alisha has even been flying Montel out to her apartment in Como for low-key weekend breaks.
Everyone thought it would be casual at first, but it clearly became something more.”
Alisha Lehmann’s high-profile dating history has long attracted public interest. She previously dated footballer Douglas Luiz, whom she met while both were at Aston Villa.
The couple split in 2025 after several years together, despite both transferring to Juventus in 2024.
During her time in Italy, Lehmann played a key role in helping Juventus Women secure the Serie A title.
Beyond her football achievements, Lehmann boasts a massive global following on social media and is frequently praised for her style, confidence, and influence off the pitch.
Her relationship with Montel has further fueled interest, merging the worlds of reality TV and elite women’s football.
With both stars now publicly embracing their romance, fans will be watching closely to see what comes next for one of the most talked-about new celebrity couples.