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News that Westlife star Kian Egan and his actress girlfriend Jodi Albert have just bought a house together has sparked rumours that they may be planning a trip down the aisle.

Their new pad, believed to be in the plush area of Chelsea Harbour, is thought to a be sign of things to come.

And with bandmates Shane and Nicky married off and Mark enjoying a new relationship it just might be more than a rumour.

The Sligo singer said: “We just bought a place which we’re decorating at the moment.

“She’s just got a part in a new sitcom which is brilliant and she has a movie coming out next year so things are going really well for her.”

I can hear the chimes already!