James Argent reportedly has a new girlfriend and is looking to settle down in the near future like some of his close friends.
The reality TV star, 34, - known simply as Arg - has undergone a major transformation in recent years, having lost a significant amount of weight and gone sober.
And although he suffered a brief relapse in his recovery last month, the Only Way is Essex alum said recently that he is "the best [he's] ever felt on the outside" amid such changes.
He is now looking to the future and a source has claimed that he hopes to settle down, with the Real Dirty Dancing participant said to have a new woman in his life.
It's been claimed that he's started dating a woman that he met at his boxing gym and that his recent relapse has made him more determined to settle down, according to OK.
The outlet reports that a source has spoken about his feelings in New magazine, with the individual - said to be close to Arg - having teased he's looking to start a family.
They said that whilst his break-up with former co-star Lydia Bright, 31, had "hit him hard," he's looking to the future.
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The source said: "Now that his recovery is back on track and he’s happy with his weight loss, he's finally in a good place to start looking for someone to settle down with."
They said seeing his friends in relationships has influenced his ambition, stating that he hopes to have a relationship like Mark Wright, 35, has with his wife Michelle Keegan, 34.
And the source further suggested that Arg has been inspired by Mark's brother Josh Wright, 32, who recently welcomed his first child with his wife Hollie Kane Wright, 29.
Having mentioned the two brothers by name, the source further commented: "They're two of his closest friends and seeing them settled has made him want the same."
The Mirror approached a rep of Arg for comment.
Arg posted a photo of himself holding Josh's newborn son earlier this month, with him having gushed about the baby in the accompanying caption on social media.
He said that he had "instantly fell in love" and told fans that he was "so pleased for [his] dear friends" Josh and Hollie. Arg added: They are going to be amazing parents."
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