Joey Essex reveals he hopes to have FIVE children one day – after sharing a kiss with Maura Higgins

Joey Essex has revealed he plans to have five children one day – days after he was spotted pursed with Maura Higgins.

The former TOWIE star, 32, felt broody as he discussed his future, saying he hopes to get married and start a big family.

Speak with The sunhe said, ‘I feel like in ten years I hope I’ll be on a huge boat, yacht in Spain and I live there with a wife and maybe four or five kids!’

Joey recently became an uncle for the first time when his sister Frankie gave birth to twins, which Joey says was an “eye-opener.”

He added: “The twins are beautiful, it’s crazy to have those babies in my life because it’s like I’m going to have children one day and for me it was a real eye opener.”

It comes after reports that Maura is planning her first date with Joey after finding a spark at the Pride of Britain awards.

The Love Islander, 31, is said to be ‘thrilled’ at the prospect of seeing Joey again and is said to have been messaging since the kiss to plan something.

A source told The sun“They’ve met before on the celebrity party circuit, but Monday was the first time it got flirty.

“They’re both eager to get the pants off each other – it could be the start of something really special.

“Maura really wanted a date with Joey and they’ve been texting non-stop ever since.”

The two were seen catching up at the Red Bar in London’s Grosvenor House, where the ceremony took place.

An excited Maura could be seen laughing with her eyes closed as she leaned her head close to Joey’s, while Joey also moved closer to the beauty.

The pair were also seen sharing an intimate hug, with the Irish stunner resting her head on Joey’s shoulder.

Maura and Joey looked very relaxed in each other’s company as they chatted in the lobby.

And it seemed that the two couldn’t stay away from each other because they were going to share a taxi before leaving with other friends.