BB Sophie 'dated' footballer Defoe

Big Brother contestant Sophie Reade has dated England footballer Jermain Defoe, say reports.

According to the Daily Star, the 20-year-old glamour model was introduced to the Spurs striker by her friend Danielle Lloyd.

Defoe, 26, allegedly "made a beeline" for Reade after splitting from Lloyd in January 2008.

"Sophie was initially reluctant to get involved because she knew Jermain had dated her friend," said a source.

"But Danielle was no longer on the scene and within weeks Sophie was head over heels and was telling people she thought he was the one.

"Sophie was quite young at the time and I think she got carried away with her emotions."

The insider added: "They eventually went their separate ways and, although they ended on good terms, I'd be surprised if they were still in touch."