Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers has been romantically linked with Love Island personality Leah Taylor after she posted a photograph from their weekend at a luxury Cotswolds hotel.
The 29-year-old influencer shared an Instagram image on Friday showing the 23-year-old England international from behind during their stay at the Cowley Manor Hotel near Cheltenham.
Taylor captioned the photograph "I like it here" accompanied by a heart emoji, effectively confirming speculation about their budding romance.
The couple's getaway to the four-star establishment marks a significant development in what sources have described as a series of recent dates between the footballer and the reality television star.
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According to an insider familiar with Rogers, the pair have been meeting regularly, though their connection remains in its initial stages.
A source told the Sun: "It's early days but they're already getting close.
"They've been on a few dates and it's going really well but it's nothing serious yet."
The England international had hoped to maintain discretion about his personal affairs, but Taylor's social media activity has brought their romance into public view.
Leah Taylor posted a photograph from their weekend at a luxury Cotswolds hotel
|The source added: "He wants to keep it under wraps, but Leah just couldn't help herself."
"She's due a bit of luck in love after her nightmare on Love Island."
Rogers has established himself as a key player for Aston Villa and earned regular selection for England under manager Thomas Tuchel.
The midfielder has made 12 appearances for his country, scoring once.
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Leah Taylor gained prominence on the 2023 series of Love Island
|His romantic break preceded an impressive performance last Sunday when he netted twice in Villa's 2-1 triumph over Leeds United.
The 23-year-old has consistently kept his private life low-key, making Taylor's Instagram revelation particularly notable.
In the photograph shared by Taylor, Rogers wore a black Puma padded jacket that he had previously modelled in the brand's advertisements.
Taylor gained prominence on the 2023 series of Love Island, where she became embroiled in the programme's romantic complications.
Morgan Rogers has established himself as a key player for Aston Villa
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The model and influencer initially paired with Tyrique Hyde before moving on to Mitch Taylor, though producers later separated them and matched her with semi-professional footballer Montel McKenzie.
Her time in the villa concluded when viewers voted her out of the competition.
Following her departure, Taylor has spoken about her desire to find lasting love, recently stating that she hopes her next partner will become her husband.
The 29-year-old, who counts fellow Islander Maura Higgins among her close friends, has previously expressed that she's "dating with more intention" following her reality television experience.
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