Ricky Martin's lawyers released a statement denying claims that the singer had a relationship with his nephew.

Ricky Martin released a statement through his lawyer and has denied

claims that he was involved in a months-long relationship with his nephew and has

deemed the allegations "untrue" and "disgusting." The statement comes after multiple reports out

of Puerto Rico alleged that Martin and his nephew allegedly carried on a seven-month affair.

In a statement reported by Entertainment Tonight, Martin's lawyer said, "Unfortunately the

person who made this claim is struggling with deep mental health challenges.

Ricky Martin has, of course, never been -- and would never be -- involved in any kind of sexual or romantic relationship with his nephew.

The idea is not only untrue, but it is also disgusting." The nephew has allegedly claimed that he

was a target of physical and psychological attacks after he allegedly broke things off with Martin.