Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard and Wife Laura Hilvern Confirm Amicable Separation After Nearly 13 Years

Laura Hilvern, 33, publicly confirmed the breakdown of her marriage to Arsenal forward Leandro Trossard on Tuesday, 13 May 2026, posting a statement to her Instagram Stories that revealed the couple had been separated for some time before the announcement.

“With deep love, care, and respect for one another, we have made the incredibly difficult decision to separate amicably,” Hilvern wrote. “This was not a choice made lightly. In fact, we have been separated for some time now, and during that period we have taken the space and time needed to navigate this privately and thoughtfully.”

Hilvern’s statement continued: “Our decision comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire to create the healthiest and happiest future for everyone involved. Most importantly, we are and always will be devoted parents to our two beautiful children. We kindly ask for compassion, understanding, and privacy during this deeply personal transition. With love, Laura.”

The separation brings to an end a relationship spanning nearly 13 years. The couple wed in June 2019 and have two children together — one born in April 2017 and another in January 2023. Prior to the formal announcement, according to reports, Hilvern had removed photographs of Trossard from her Instagram profile in recent weeks, including wedding images and family content. She had also reportedly not been seen wearing her wedding ring since December 2025, developments that had already generated speculation about the state of their relationship.

Trossard, 31, joined Arsenal from Brighton & Hove Albion in January 2023 in a deal worth £27 million. Since his arrival at the Emirates, the Belgium international has made more than 170 appearances for the club, registering 36 goals across all competitions. His role under manager Mikel Arteta has been defined by versatility and an ability to perform in decisive moments.

That form has continued through the personal turbulence. Trossard scored the winning goal in Arsenal’s recent Premier League victory over West Ham United, a result that reinforced the Gunners’ position at the top of the table as they pursue what would be a historic league and Champions League double.

Arsenal’s next Premier League fixture is a home match against Burnley, with the club aware that a victory could bring them significantly closer to a first top-flight title in over two decades. Trossard is expected to be available for selection.

The timing of the announcement — mid-season, during a title run-in — places the private development in a very public professional context, though both Hilvern and Trossard appear to have managed the situation with discretion prior to going public. Neither party has made any further comment beyond Hilvern’s Instagram statement.