Published: 17:08 EDT, 27 June 2024 | Updated: 17:09 EDT, 27 June 2024

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Love Island bosses have reportedly signed up Jack Grealish's rumoured fling Emma Milton for Casa Amor.

Boxing ring girl and model Emma, 29, who was linked to the Manchester City star, 28, in 2021, is set to enter the villa and cause quite a stir as she reportedly has her eyes set on Joey Essex, 33.

According to The Sun, the pair share a history as they met in Dubai last year.

A source told the publication : 'Emma has moved in celebrity circles for years now, has a lot of friends in the industry and through showbiz parties.

'She met Jack on the Manchester party scene. She and the models for Boohoo are all based up there and are regularly out with the City and United teams.

Love Island bosses have reportedly signed up Jack Grealish's rumoured fling Emma Milton for Casa Amor

'She has dated a number of high-profile men and the attention, like she experienced after being with Jack, doesn't phase her.'

The source also added that Emma once appeared on Channel 4's reality TV show Shipwrecked in 2019, and has her head 'screwed on'.

While Emma is single, Jack is in a relationship with model Sasha Attwood, 27.

ITV declined to comment. MailOnline has contacted Jack's representatives for comment.

It comes as Joey's romance with Grace Jackson hit the rocks on Thursday's Love Island, as his head got turned by bombshell Jessy Potts.

In dramatic scenes, viewers saw Grace lambast Joey for even considering exploring his connection with Jessy, despite their coupling previously leading to Samantha Kenny's dumping earlier this series.

Now, Joey confessed he's already developing 'true feelings' for Jessy less than 24 hours after their first meeting, leading Grace to insist she 'won't wait' for him.

It comes after MailOnline revealed a shocking twist is looming, where two contestants will be given the chance to steal an islander of their choice, throwing the villa into chaos.

In the coming scenes, Joey pulls Jessy for a chat at the mini firepit.

Joey (pictured) and Emma 'share a history' as they reportedly met in Dubai last year

Speaking about who she might have her eye on since arriving as a bombshell Jessy says: '[There's] not anyone I'd completely rule out, other than Ciaran. I think he's the only one that's completely closed off.'

Joey replied: 'I feel like I gave you quite open,' while Jessy says: 'You gave me open. Grace gave me closed for you. But I feel like that's between you two.

'With me and Grace, we're close. We actually get on, there's real feelings there, all that.

'But it would be silly to just close things off. I want to get to know you more. That date last night was literally the best date. Would you like to go on another date?'

Jessy said 'Yeah why not. Would you?' leading Joey to reply: 'Yeah, course. 'I didn't expect you to be chasing me though Joey... switched that up completely.'

Joey replied: 'Listen, I just wanted to make you feel comfortable when you walked in here...'

Grace, watching on, said: 'What are they talking about? What is their chat?'

Meanwhile, Joey continued: 'I can't deny it. I'm going with my heart, it's true feelings. I just feel like I'm in my rights to be in here and explore. I ain't in a relationship.

A source said: 'Emma has moved in celebrity circles for years now, has a lot of friends in the industry and through showbiz parties'

'I've not really had this with anyone. This flowing conversation. I feel like I've enjoyed this conversation too much.'

Jessy replied: 'You're going to get me in trouble,' leading Joey to admit the same.

Later, Grace desperately tried to understand why Joey is speaking to new arrival Jessy, leading him to explain: 'In my head, if we can get through this, this what's happened, it'll only make us stronger. That's how I see it.'

Grace said: 'It's difficult for me to sit here and be like, 'You do what you need to do, if you feel like you need to explore something with someone else, I'll just sit here and wait.' I'm not going to do that Joey.'

'But I don't get it, are you still wanting to get to know her. If you are, then I don't want to be involved...'

It comes as Joey's romance with Grace Jackson (pictured) hit the rocks on Thursday's Love Island, as his head gets turned by bombshell Jessy Potts

Joey replied: 'I still need to... I can't not get to know this girl.. I just feel like if I didn't I would be silly.'

How will Grace respond?

Thursday's episode ended with a jaw-dropping twist, where it was revealed that two contestants will be given the chance to steal an Islander of choice from their couple.

Love Island continues at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.

LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CONTESTANTS NAME: Mimii Ngulube

FROM: Portsmouth

OCCUPATION: Mental Health Nurse

WHY LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth is not giving. I've tried dating, speaking to people on social media and it just hasn't been successful. Applying was a spontaneous thing, I didn't expect to get here!

WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? My girls are my rocks and I'm theirs so I'll be a good friend as well as going in there to find a man. I like dressing up so I'll bring style, and I'd like to think I'm quite funny so I'll make people laugh. Bringing honesty as well - I'm good at picking up on people's personality traits and side-eyeing those who might be a liar.

NAME: Sean Stone

FROM: Hertford

OCCUPATION: Sweet Salesman

WHY LOVE ISLAND? I've always been one for relationships and when you have found someone you want to be with it's the best feeling. Now is the perfect time, the one thing that is missing is my soulmate.

HOW WOULD FRIENDS/FAMILY DESCRIBE YOU? Very loving, caring and thoughtful. I'm the kind of guy that if you broke down on the motorway and needed your tyre changed, I'd be there at any time of night.

NAME: Harriett Blackmore

FROM: Brighton

OCCUPATION: Dancer & Personal Shopper

WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I'll bring the entertainment for everyone in the Villa, whether that's making the girls laugh or making the boys turn their heads, I'm sure that I'll bring the drama.

CLAIM T0 FAME? Being a bit of an IT girl in Brighton, I've done personal shopping for the rapper Arrdee and one of my best friends is Saffron Barker the YouTuber.

NAME: Ayo Odukoya

FROM: Canning Town

OCCUPATION: Model

WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think I'd bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to come to and talk to and feel comfortable being around or to have a laugh with. I think I'm somebody everyone would take to.

WHY SHOULD SOMEBODY DATE YOU? I feel like the way I carry myself is very respectful and I think people take to that and once you show who you are to somebody you get it back tenfold. The way I am gives off a good enough energy for people to feel comfortable around me. NAME: Nicole Samuel

FROM: Aberdare, Wales

OCCUPATION: Accounts Manager

WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I've been enjoying single life and the attention of different boys, it's fun. I've enjoyed being able to go on holiday with the girls and not having to worry about someone back home. All the girls are there texting in their room and I'm out till 4 in the morning living my best life.

WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? I became a world champion dancer in 2011, not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.

NAME: Ronnie Vint

FROM: South East London

OCCUPATION: Semi Professional Footballer

WHAT'S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? I want someone that's family orientated, caring and career minded. Lookwise, I like blondes with nice boobs but am partial to a brunette too.

CLAIM T0 FAME? Bradley Dack is my best friend and he and Olivia are a big part of my life. I call Olivia my big little sister, she always looks out for me.

NAME: Jess White

FROM: Stockport

OCCUPATION: Retail Manager

WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I don't underestimate the fact that I'm hard work. I know what I want and I'm not easily pleased. When you're a loud, outgoing woman, sometimes it can intimidate men - men don't always want that.

WHAT'S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? I love a set of white Turkey teeth but a good set of Turkey teeth. I would say personality traits, you have to be family orientated. You have to be tall, you can't be shorter than me, I can't be having to question whether I can wear heels around you and what height of heels I can wear. If you're vertically challenged, it's not for me.

NAME: Ciaran Davies

FROM: Pencoed, South Wales

OCCUPATION: Surveyor

WHAT'S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? Obviously looks but humour is a big thing for me, I'm a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back. Loyalty is another one for me, I think that's the most important thing to look for in a relationship.

CLAIM T0 FAME? When I was in Malia on a boys holiday I pretended to be Liam Reardon from series 7 to get into a club because they wouldn't let us in. It worked and we ended up getting a private booth and free drinks all night.

NAME: Uma Jammeh

FROM: Islington, north London

OCCUPATION: VIP host / model

WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I feel like I've been so unlucky in love! It's all been underwhelming so far. I don't know what the reason is, I think it's them, as it can't be me!

CLAIM TO FAME? I was born in a closet in the hospital! There were no rooms left, my poor Mum!

NAME: Joey Essex

FROM: Chigwell, Essex

OCCUPATION: Reality star

CLAIM TO FAME? The Only Way Is Essex

FAMOUS EXES: Joey was in a relationship with fellow TOWIE star Sam Faiers from 2011 to 2014 with the pair getting engaged before they split. He has also been spotted locking lips with former Love Island stars Ellie Brown and Maura Higgins. He also dated his Dancing On Ice pro partner Vanessa Bauer.

NAME: Grace Jackson

FROM: Manchester

OCCUPATION: Model and social media marketing coordinator

WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? No guys have good communication and it's painful. I like someone who doesn't take themselves and life too seriously. My lifestyle can put guys off a little bit, I like to go out and go abroad a lot. They can't keep up with my lifestyle. It's the life that I want, and it helps with my business.

NAME: Wil Anderson

FROM:Whitley Bay

OCCUPATION: Quantity surveyor

WHY DID YOU WANT TO GO ON LOVE ISLAND? I wanted to be single for the last year because I've been in two serious relationships from the age of 18 but, now I feel like it's time to put myself back out there. I want to feel that love again

NAME: Matilda Draper

FROM: Beckenham

OCCUPATION: Recruitmant Consultant

WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BRING? I want to bring sunshine to the Villa, I'm lighthearted and don't take myself too seriously. If things get too serious in the Villa I'm going to throw in a little joke or a 'would you rather'.

NAME: Konnor Ewudzi

FROM: Cornwall

OCCUPATION: Barber

WHY LOVE ISLAND AND WHY NOW? I am ready to find somebody. I've been in a couple of relationships and now feels like the right time as I have learnt from past relationships. I'll be able to pick out the red flags now.

NAME: Trey Norman

FROM: Doncaster

OCCUPATION: Commercial Insurance Broker

WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I'd say I'm charming and someone that goes after what they want, I'm not afraid to articulate my feelings. I'm going to the Villa to find the girl of my dreams so it may ruffle feathers with the boys.

NAME: Jessy Potts

FROM: Leicester

OCCUPATION: Brand Partnerships Associate

WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU WILL BRING TO THE VILLA? I'm fun, I like to get involved so I'd like to think I will get stuck in as soon as I arrive. I also have a very sarcastic sense of humour so I'll make everyone laugh but I'm a Sagitarius so I also have a fiery side and not afraid to say what I think or stand my ground. I'm not very good at taking no for an answer.