Dutch model Laura Celia Valk has clarified that she is single and not in a relationship with Jude Bellingham, despite having previously been “completely smitten” with the England and Real Madrid star.

There were widespread beliefs that the two were dating, but they never confirmed a public relationship. Valk has now taken to social media to state her current status.

Dutch model Laura Celia Valk has poured cold water on rumours she is dating Real Madrid and England star Jude Bellingham

Rumors about Bellingham and Valk surfaced after a publicity stunt by an executive at Manchester-based clothing brand Pretty Little Thing, where Valk models. During a glamorous lingerie photoshoot in Madrid, she reportedly confided in makeup artists and hairstylists about her close connection with the football star.

Details leaked to a tabloid suggested that the 25-year-old was “completely smitten” and had spent time at Bellingham’s home in Spain.

However, during a Q&A on Instagram, Valk updated her followers, stating she does not have a boyfriend. When asked by a follower, “Do you have a boyfriend?” she simply replied, “No, I don’t,” leaving no doubt about her relationship status.