Jermaine Jenas seen in Ibiza with girlfriend Anne Leplaideur
Jermaine Jenas has been photographed alongside girlfriend Anne Leplaideur during a holiday in Ibiza, with the couple appearing subdued as they enjoyed a stroll on the popular Balearic island, reports BritPanorama.
The former England midfielder, 43, and French property professional Anne, 31, were seen walking side by side through the resort, though neither appeared to smile during the outing. The couple, who took their relationship public last month, also did not appear to be holding hands as they made their way through the holiday destination.
According to reports, Jenas kept his look casual for the warm Spanish weather, wearing a plain white T-shirt, navy shorts, and a baseball cap. He completed the outfit with a pair of light-coloured clogs and a gold chain. Anne opted for a white beach cover-up over her swimwear, teamed with matching sandals, and accessorised with oversized black sunglasses while carrying a black handbag over one shoulder.
This appearance comes just weeks after reports emerged that the couple had been dating since late last year. Sources indicate the pair first met in December, and Jenas has reportedly spent increasing amounts of time in Paris, where Anne works in the property sector.
A source previously mentioned, “Jermaine has been dating Anne since December,” adding that he has tried to keep a low profile regarding their relationship. His acquaintances are aware he is dating a woman working in the Paris property market.
“At the start, he would drop hints on social media — like posts of Anne’s Chanel handbag when they were on dates. But now he’s in Paris so much it is clear it’s serious,” the source continued.
The romance follows a turbulent period in Jenas’ personal life. Last year, he separated from wife Ellie Penfold after a relationship spanning 16 years. The couple, married in 2011, shares three children. The split occurred after allegations relating to inappropriate messages sent to female colleagues led to his departure from the BBC. Jenas has since acknowledged his actions publicly and discussed the impact this episode had on his family life.
This month, the former presenter addressed the controversy during an appearance on Good Morning Britain, facing questions from presenters Ranvir Singh and Kate Garraway. As the discussion intensified, Singh challenged Jenas regarding what lessons he had taken from the scandal, to which Jenas asserted, “I’m not skirting around anything, Ranvir.”
In a reflective moment, he remarked, “You two can’t sit in front of me and tell me you’ve never made a mistake in your lives. We all make mistakes.”
Jenas’ evolution from a football star to a figure navigating complex personal challenges remains a compelling narrative, highlighting the interplay of public scrutiny and private life. As he seeks personal stability, Jenas continues to remind us of the shifting dynamics that weave through the fabric of celebrity and everyday human experience.
