Bradley Dack was spotted back on the training pitch with Gillingham FC this week, his wedding ring still on his finger, signaling a hope that his marriage to Olivia Attwood might somehow be salvaged.
The footballer, 32, looked downcast as he resumed his routine, just days after news broke that the couple, married in 2023, are heading for divorce following a breach of trust on Bradley’s part.
While Olivia, 34, has removed her own wedding ring and relocated to London, Bradley’s choice to keep his ring on during training hints at his desire to work through the turmoil.
Olivia Moves On and Shares Emotional Insights
Since their split, Olivia has been opening up about navigating the challenging period.
She recently shared a video of Angelina Jolie giving heartfelt advice for anyone going through tough times: “Go right through it… feel everything and then get out the other end.”
Olivia’s post seems to reflect her own journey through heartbreak, encouraging fans to embrace the process of moving forward.
Earlier this week, she gave a first glimpse into her new London flat.
Posing for a selfie in front of her mirrored wardrobes, she captioned the photo: “2026… a new home in the city I was born in.”
In a short video, she sat in her empty living room, adding: “That dream was planted in your heart for a reason.”
Previously based in Cheshire with Bradley, Olivia’s move to the capital coincides with her rising career and Bradley’s ongoing football commitments.
A Look Back at Their Tumultuous Relationship
Olivia and Bradley’s history stretches back to 2015.
Early in their relationship, Olivia discovered Bradley had cheated, leading her to leave and eventually find fame on Love Island in 2017.
After a brief romance with co-star Chris Hughes, she reconciled with Bradley, and the couple got engaged during a romantic trip to Dubai in 2019.
Their wedding followed in 2021 at London’s Bulgari Hotel.
Sources reveal that despite years of overcoming distance, busy schedules, and past betrayals, Bradley’s recent actions were a breaking point for Olivia.
“After being on and off at the start of their romance, some people have questioned whether this breakup is temporary, but it’s definitely not,” a source said.
Olivia Opens Up About the Challenges
Olivia has been candid about the difficulties in her marriage over the past year.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, she explained how career demands often took priority over their relationship.
“Me and Brad never pretend to have a perfect relationship. We’ve been up, down, left, backwards, and the last six months have been really challenging for us,” she said.
She continued, “My work and his work take precedence over everything. It’s the boring side of being an adult in a long-term relationship.
We constantly have to work at it, and that’s just the truth… There are ups and downs, and no one is perfect.”
Signs of Trouble and Growing Distance
The couple moved out of their Cheshire home in December, fueling speculation about the state of their marriage.
Their plan had been to buy a new property closer to London to accommodate Bradley’s football commitments and Olivia’s career.
Yet Olivia spent Christmas at London’s Corinthia Hotel, overwhelmed by the stress of unpacking and moving.
Before the split was made public, she traveled to Germany with her family for her father’s birthday, leaving Bradley behind.
Fans noticed she wasn’t wearing her wedding ring during the trip, signaling the growing distance between them.
Ibiza Controversy and Public Scrutiny
Their relationship troubles had been under public scrutiny for months, particularly after Olivia was pictured with pal Pete Wicks on a yacht in Ibiza, sparking questions about her closeness to the TV star.
Olivia admitted she understood why the photos might upset Bradley, calling her marriage a “work in progress” at the time.
Despite all the challenges, both have remained transparent about the struggles they face, showing a side of their relationship that goes far beyond the perfect Instagram posts.
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