‘Smitten Adele keeping her romance quiet'

The singer is seriously loved-up with partner Rich Paul and thinks privacy will help secure the future she wants with him, say sources

- Ellie Kirwin-Jones

Adele and Rich Paul only met last summer, when their paths crossed on the dance floor at a mutual pal’s party.

But their romance appears to be so strong that fans of the Grammy-winning star are already speculating about them being engaged – or having even already tied the knot.

Rumours started swirling after Easy On Me singer Adele flaunted a diamond ring on her engagement finger at the Brit Awards earlier this month.

But while it’s no surprise the prospect of another wedding has set tongues wagging, sources have told new that the 33-year-old wants to “protect” her romance by keeping it out of the spotlight – as she really does see a bright future with sports agent Rich, 40, and doesn’t want anything to spoil it.