Footballer Jermaine Jenas SPLITS from wife

Jermaine Jenas has split from his wife Ellie Penfold, six months after he was sacked by the BBC following a s3xting scandal

The former footballer was dropped by the channel in August amid allegations of workplace misconduct after sending explicit texts to two female employees.

While at the time Jermaine said he and Ellie, who married in 2011, hoped to work through their marital troubles, she took to Instagram on Tuesday to reveal their marriage was over.

In a statement shared on social media, she wrote: ‘I never imagined I would have to share something so personal with the public, but given the situation, I feel it’s necessary.

‘After 16 years together and 4 wonderful children, Jermaine and I have decided to part ways. We will remain friends and continue to co-parent. We kindly ask that you respect our children’s privacy during this challenging time. Thank you, Ellie.’

Since Jermaine’s BBC sacking, Ellie had not shared a snap with him on Instagram, and he was noticeably absent from images she posted of her children celebrating Christmas in December.

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