Sugababe denies ultimatum rumour

Sugababes star Keisha Buchanan has denied claims that Amelle Berrabah was given an ultimatum by her fellow band members.

A newspaper report in June said that Amelle had been told to distance herself from boyfriend Freddie Fuller if she wanted to stay in the group.

Fuller has been accused of sexually assaulting Berrabah's sister Samiya, but he has always insisted that he is innocent and is fully supported by Amelle. Freddie will stand trial later this year.

"We're here to support Amelle no matter what happens," Keisha told The Sun.

"Unfortunately Amelle has been dealt a hard hand when it comes to her personal life," she continued. "But she's never had to choose between her boyfriend and the band."