Is Perrie Edwards dating Joey Essex?

Since splitting up with former One Directioner Zayn Malik, there's a rumour going around that Perrie Edwards is now dating JOEY ESSEX?

Yes, you read that correctly, former *The Only Way Is Essex *star Joey Essex.

Apparently, the pair have been on several dates together since meeting at Pride Of Britain Awards last month. Interesting.

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And since Zayn dumped the Little Mix star via TEXT, Perrie has been keeping busy with her band commitments.

The Essex star only recently split from girlfriend Charlotte Stuchfield, a source told the Mirror: "It’s very early days, but Perrie likes Joey because he makes her laugh.

"They are just getting to know each other and taking things slowly, but Joey is already smitten.

"Perrie has just come out of a serious relationship and is enjoying having fun right now."

Recently, Perrie spoke about new guys and flirting again: "I’m having an absolute blast. We have a bit of banter with guys in nightclubs... I love it.

"I’m feeling brilliant and I’m in a good place."

Previously Joey was engaged to Sam Faiers and romantically linked to Amy Willerton.

Erm, keep your eyes peeled with this one?

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