Real Housewives of Cheshire star, Leanne Brown has reportedly split from her former footballer husband Wes Brown. 

Leanne, 45, Wes, 42, who played for Manchester United from 1996 to 2011, are said to be no longer living together, with Wes moving out of the home he shared with Leanne and their children Halle, 19, Lilia, 14, and Lola, 11.

A source told The Sun: ‘Wes and Leanne split before Christmas. There were no third parties involved; it is just a sad fact that their marriage has run its course.

‘Leanne has flourished in single life and has removed her wedding ring. She has told people she feels free and is working hard on her businesses and flourishing as an independent woman.  

‘Wes meanwhile is carrying on as best he can. There have been rumours of trouble in their marriage for a while but they put a brave face on publicly.’

The source added the former couple are doing their best to co-parent their children and live separate lives.