LONDON: The 'Mercy' singer is reportedly smitten with Mike Phillips, 27, but his pals claim he is only interested in following in the footsteps of Wales teammate Gavin Henson - who is in a long-term relationship with Charlotte Church - by having a famous girlfriend.

A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: "Mike and Duffy went for their second date this week and they have fallen for each other.

"Mike got her number from his agent a couple of weeks ago and texted her.

"It's like Gavin and Charlotte - he wants to raise his profile and fancied Duffy so thought he'd try his luck. As soon as she agreed to a date, he dumped his poor girlfriend Claire. He makes no secret that he wants to be the new Gavin and Charlotte. Claire is gutted."

Duffy - who was believed to be dating her bassist Jonny Green until recently - has previously revealed her ideal man would be Welsh and have a good physique.

The 25-year-old star - who is from Wales - said: "I like someone funny with handyman skills - a good handyman has a good body. I like Welsh and Italian men. A Jewish heritage is interesting.

"And I like a man who knows his Shiraz from his Merlot."