PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Megan McKenna seen for the first time with footballer boyfriend Lloyd Jones
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Megan McKenna has been pictured publicly with footballer boyfriend Lloyd Jones for the first time since their romance was revealed on Wednesday.
The reality star-turned-country music singer, 29, kept things casual in a pale grey tracksuit as she joined her beau, 26, for a low-key brunch date at Essex hotspot Molen’s.
Megan appeared happy and relaxed while leaving the eatery with the Cambridge United footballer, hours after MailOnline revealed their romance.
Couple: Megan McKenna has been pictured publicly with footballer boyfriend Lloyd Jones for the first time since their romance was revealed
The former TOWIE star teamed her cosy jumper and joggers with a pair of white Air Jordan trainers and black sunglasses, while she toted her belongings in a small black Prada handbag.
Keeping things relaxed for the outing, Megan went make-up free for the day, while her platinum locks were swept into a loose up ‘do.
Meanwhile, defender Lloyd dressed down in a cream printed T-shirt, light grey shorts and white trainers.
Low-key: The reality star-turned-country music singer, 29, kept things casual in a pale grey tracksuit as she joined her beau, 26, for a low-key brunch date at Essex hotspot Molen’s
It was recently revealed the two were dating, with TV star Megan watching the sportsman play in his side’s 1-1 draw against Charlton at The Valley on Saturday.
It’s Megan’s first romance since her split from Josh Riley in February after the pair dated for 20 months.
A source told MailOnline: ‘Megan and Lloyd have been on a few dates together, they’re really enjoying each other’s company.
Me and you: Megan appeared happy and relaxed while leaving the eatery with the Cambridge United footballer, hours after MailOnline revealed their romance
Chilled: The former TOWIE star teamed her cosy jumper and joggers with a pair of white Air Jordan trainers and black sunglasses
Accessories: Megan toted her belongings in a small black Prada handbag
‘It’s very early days but there’s certainly a spark there. She’s never dated a footballer before and she’s loving watching him play.’
Former Liverpool apprentice Lloyd is also a model, having signed with IMG Models, and his childhood hero is David Beckham.
While on the books at Liverpool, Plymouth-born Lloyd had loan spells with clubs including Cheltenham Town, Accrington Stanley, Blackpool and Swindon Town, before joining Northampton Town on a permanent basis in 2018.
This way: Lloyd put a protractive hand on Megan’s back as they left brunch together
Out and about: The couple chatted away as they left the restaurant
Natural: Keeping things relaxed for the outing, Megan went make-up free for the day, while her platinum locks were swept into a loose up ‘do
Downtime: Meanwhile, defender Lloyd dressed down in a cream printed T-shirt, light grey shorts and white trainers
He then left for Cambridge United at the start of the 2021 season, becoming a first team regular with the League One side.
During his loan spell with Swindon he appeared in court for punching a man in Cheltenham nightclub and was given a 12-month community order with a requirement to do 80 hours of unpaid work after being found guilty of affray.
Megan split from clothing brand owner Josh due to the pair’s work commitments, as the former TOWIE star’s music career was beginning to take off in a big way.
New relationship: Megan and Lloyd stepped out together hours after their romance was revealed
Lovely: Megan showcased her natural beauty by ditching her make-up for the day
Nice day: The new couple had enjoyed a bite to eat together
You and me time: The pair were enjoying some quality time together amid downtime from their busy schedules
Walk this way: They looked very comfortable with each other as they chatted away while strolling down the street
She performed at Glastonbury in June and also spent time in America auditioning for movie roles.
Speaking to MailOnline in November, Megan admitted she only likes to talk about her relationships in her music, having previously seen her romances heavily documented on TOWIE.
Megan said: ‘I learned the hard way. Having more of a private life is a happy life. I feel like when you’re pushing things out a lot you are inviting people to comment.
EXCLUSIVE: It was recently revealed the two were dating, with TV star Megan watching the sportsman play in his side’s 1-1 draw against Charlton at The Valley on Saturday (stock photo)
Her new man: Former Liverpool apprentice Lloyd, (left), is also a model, having signed with IMG Models, and his childhood hero is David Beckham
Love? The reality star-turned-country music singer, 29, watched the defender, 26, play in his side’s 1-1 draw against Charlton at The Valley on Saturday (pictured in July)
‘I like to keep things back, but I do write a lot about it in my songs.
‘I have written a few love songs, which is very, very, rare for me because usually it’s about heartbreak.’
Megan has previously dated TOWIE’s Pete Wicks and reality personality Jordan Davies.
Moving on: Megan split from clothing brand owner Josh due to the pair’s work commitments, as the former TOWIE star’s music career was beginning to take off (pictured September 2021)
Former flame: Megan has previously dated TOWIE’s Pete Wicks with the pair playing out their romance on the show