Online Reporter
EX-England footballer and BBC star Jermaine Jenas has found love again — with a younger woman who is the spit of his former wife.
The 43-year-old has been quietly dating Paris-based brunette Anne, 31, for six months, say insiders.
Last year we told how Jenas and Ellie Penfold, mum to three of his four children, had split after 16 years of marriage.
It came after he was sacked by BBC as a Match of the Day pundit and The One Show host over “inappropriate texts” sent to female colleagues.
A source confirmed last night: “Jermaine has been dating Anne since December.
“He has tried to keep a low profile with their relationship. His circle just know he’s dating a woman who works in Paris in properties.
“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.
“Jermaine is always posting pictures from Paris and says he’s happier than ever.
“Anne has been to visit him in London too but because his work schedule is less regimented now, he can spend more time in France.
“You only have to look at the size of his smile to see he’s smitten with Anne.”
BBC axed Jenas in August 2024 amid complaints about his conduct at work.
The 21-cap midfielder revealed he was sacked in a Zoom call during which BBC bosses read out his X-rated messages.
He told The Sun he was “ashamed” and had “let everyone down”.
He hoped Ellie would forgive him.
But in March 2025 she confirmed their marriage was over.Jenas now hosts footie podcast Wildcards with ex-player Jermaine Pennant – Sun.
