Jermain’s lover shares cryptic New Year message after he’s seen with ex

JERMAIN Defoe’s on-off lover has shared a cryptic New Year message after the former football ace was snapped with his ex.

Paige Mallabourn­-Edmondson, 29, jetted back to London from a holiday in Australia to move in with her mum.

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Paige Mallabourn-Edmondson shared a cryptic Instagram post after Jermain was seen with ex Alisha LeMay[/caption]

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Jermain with his influencer girlfriend Alisha on a run on New Year’s Eve[/caption]

Paige, who has been involved in a love triangle with Jermain and social media influencer Alisha LeMay, 31, has seemingly reflected on her relationship with the ace during her time Down Under.

The wedding planner took to Instagram to post the cryptic message after Jermain was spotted on a run with Alisha close to his Hertfordshire home on New Year’s Eve.

“Reflecting on 2023 has been a journey of self-discovery and growth,” she started.

“This year has taught me valuable lessons about resilience, compassion, and the importance of surrounding myself with positive influences”.

Paige then took aim at the former Spurs striker as she appeared to call time on their relationship.

She continued: “And saying goodbye to narcissists.

“Stepping into 2024 with a renewed sense of self and commitment to positive, fulfilling relationships.

“The journey ahead is promising, and I’m excited to see the big things unfold in the coming year.

“Cheers to growth, resilience, and a bigger and brighter future.”

It has appeared unclear who Jermain is dating, having first been spotted with Alicia sporting an engagement ring in October – fuelling speculation that the two were engaged.

But a month later, Jermain was snapped on a dinner date with Paige close to his in Essex mansion.

A source said: “Jermain likes to keep busy now he’s retired but it must be exhausting going from one mansion to another to spend time with Paige and then Alisha.

“Maybe he’s having a hard time trying to choose which one he wants to be with.

“Both must know about each other and seem to be very understanding towards Jermain.

“But it’s a very unusual arrangement.”

Defoe got his start in youth football, playing from 1997-1999 before moving up to senior level.

He played professional football from 1994 until 2022 for a variety of Premier League teams.

He began his career with Charlton Athletic, joining their youth team aged 14, before moving to West Ham United when he was 16.

Defoe made his first team appearance for West Ham in 2000 and was then loaned to AFC Bournemouth for a season.

He returned to West Ham, establishing himself in their lineup before the team was relegated in 2003.

Following their relegation, Defoe moved to Tottenham Hotspur in January 2004.

He played for Hotspur for four years before being sold to Portsmouth in January 2008.