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Michael Owen reveals he sought therapy due to 'jealousy' over daughter and wife's bond

Michael Owen has revealed that his jealousy over the close bond between his daughter and wife led to him seeking therapy after retiring from football.

Owen, 42, quit the sport in 2013 after an illustrious career which spanned 17 years and saw him play for Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle, Manchester United, Stoke and England.

The former footballer's daughter Gemma, 19, has shot to stardom following her arrival in the Love Island villa for the eighth series of the popular ITV2 dating show, which started last week.

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