Is model Lauren Budd just striker a pose?

Model Lauren Budd was seen on a date with footballer John Carew last night. The pair weren't exactly trying to hide it, either.

Budding romance? Lauren Budd and John Carew at hotel

Lauren, 18, met the 30-year-old Aston Villa striker at The May Fair hotel, a well-known paparazzi haunt.

They then walked around the corner to Nobu in Mayfair — another celeb favourite and the place to be if you want to be snapped.

Forgive our cynicism on this one, but we won't be buying our hats for the wedding just yet.