The Westham and Republic of Ireland goalkeeper shared a sweet birthday message for his girlfriend, former X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke.
Posting some gorgeous couple pictures on Instagram Darren said, “Happiest of birthdays to this(MY) queen! Hope you have an amazing birthday gorgeous ❤️Sending you the best and happiest birthday wishes! 🎂You deserve it all ✨ 💫Love you lots @alexandraburke ❤️🥰🎂🍾🥂”.
Alexandra responded in the comments with an equally as loved up message saying, “Do you know how much I love you? Thank you for making my birthday so special… I adore you baby. Xxxxxxx ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”.
Cuties!
The pair were first linked in May of this year, when it was reported that they had been on a number of dates.
At the time, a source revealed to The Sun that while they had been on dates, they were taking things slow. “It’s early days and Alexandra has deliberately taken things incredibly slowly.
“They’ve had a series of dates but not been able to meet up as much as they would have wanted due to her hectic work schedule and the Covid restrictions.”
The source continued, “Alexandra was extremely reluctant to date another footballer but Darren is the sweetest, most down-to-earth guy – and incredibly charming.” As Alexandra had recently split from Rotherham United defender Angus MacDonald.
“Things are going really well. They’re super-happy seeing each other when they can, and she’s now helping him redecorate his mansion.
“She’s making his bachelor pad more homely and adding a much-needed feminine touch,” they added.