Sol Campbell has found happiness again in the arms of new girlfriend Clare Staples.

The England and Arsenal star is apparently besotted with the ex-model, who is the former fiancée of TV hypnotist Paul McKenna.

"It's early days. But things are looking up for Sol and it's all down to his new romance," a source told The Mirror. "He and Clare really enjoy each other's company. Sol has been to hell and back and his friends were really worried about him. His personal life was fraught with difficulties.

"Clare was there for him all through that tough time and he really appreciates her support. It's no coincidence that he's also starting to recover his form on pitch."

Campbell recently went to stay in Brussels following the heartbreak of his split from Kelly Hoppen.