Sarah Ferguson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor are preparing to go their separate ways, with claims that Fergie "no longer believes" in her ex-husband.
The mother of two is thought to be eyeing a move to Portugal in January, following her departure from Royal Lodge.
Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond has suggested that the pair's parting could be because Andrew "now wants to be on his own".
She told the Mirror: "I am surprised that it seems Sarah and Andrew are now going their separate ways. I thought they were joined at the hip, even though no longer in a romantic relationship.
The former BBC royal correspondent said they are 'surprised that it seems Sarah and Andrew are now going their separate ways'
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"Sarah has always been so fiercely loyal to Andrew, defending him even in the face of the most sordid allegations.
"Perhaps she no longer believes him, or perhaps Andrew now wants to be on his own."
As the pair get ready to go their separate ways, Ms Bond said they still created "a very strong and unified household despite their divorce".
She continued: "I don't think many people would criticise a loving daughter for helping her mother.
Sources say Fergie is preparing a move to Portugal
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"Whatever else you say about Sarah and, indeed Andrew, they have been good parents who have somehow created a very strong and unified household despite their divorce."
Ms Ferguson is preparing to relocate to Portugal, according to claims from her friends.
Ms Bond commented: "A move to Portugal was something I always thought could be on the cards.
"It seems so logical. A beautiful place, a loving daughter and space to call her own. Jack (Brooksband) and Eugenie only live there part-time, so it could work out very well."
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| INSTAGRAM / SARAH FERGUSONThe former duchess will reportedly stay at the £3.6million villa owned by the princess and her husband at the exclusive Costa Terra Golf and Ocean Club.
Sources indicate a guest suite is currently being readied for Fergie's arrival at the oceanfront residence in Melides, located 82 miles south of Lisbon.
The move follows mounting pressure from the aftermath of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, which resulted in Fergie losing multiple professional positions and facing eviction from Royal Lodge in Windsor, where she had resided with her former husband for 17 years.
A wealthy resident of the gated community told the Express: "The word here is that Fergie will be arriving sometime in January.
A wealthy resident of the estate claimed Fergie will move to Portugal in January
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"How long she'll stay is anyone's guess, but if it's a long-term move, I can guarantee she'll fit well into the social scene.
"Scores of celebrities and Hollywood stars have been snapping up properties in the area."
An American visitor to Costa Terra commented: "It's a perfect place for Fergie to hide out while the Epstein affair continues to rumble on.
"She will be among family and friends and well away from the hostile atmosphere she's facing in England."
GB News has contacted Sarah Ferguson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's teams for comment.
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