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Who does Aaron Simpson play for?

PROFESSIONAL footballer Aaron Simpson is hoping to turn heads in the Love Island villa, after setting his sights on Mary Bedford and Chloe Burrows.

But who is the Love Island contestant ? Here's all you need to know...

Aaron Simpson played for Sutton United
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Aaron Simpson played for Sutton UnitedCredit: Rex

Who is Aaron Simpson?

Aaron Simpson is a 24-year-old professional footballer who entered the Love Island villa on the August 9 episode, alongside medical student .

Both bombshells were asked to pick two islanders to take on dates, with the footballer setting his sights on Chloe Burrows and Mary Bedford.

It didn't go entirely smoothly however, with viewers cringing after Aaron told Chloe that she was "passing her prime" at nearly 26.

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Love Island's Aaron Simpson plays for Waterford against Bohemians in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division in 2019
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Love Island's Aaron Simpson plays for Waterford against Bohemians in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division in 2019Credit: Sportsfile

Who does Aaron Simpson play for?

During the 2020-21 football season, defender Aaron played for Sutton United, appearing 12 times and scoring once for the club.

It was a historic year for the club, as they secured promotion to the Football League for the first time ever.

Aaron has also played football for clubs including Portsmouth, Dover Athletic, and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

He played for League of Ireland football club Waterford back in 2019, and in 2018 went on loan to Kilmarnock.

It's not known what the 24-year-old's plans are for the upcoming 2021-22 football season.

What has he said about the show?

Aaron has high standards when it comes to girls, but his mother’s are even higher.

He told : “Sometimes it can be hard to know if someone is genuine or not. 

“My mum is really protective over me. The approval is always needed from mumsy, for sure.

“My family is really important to me. I’m very close to my mum, dad and my sister. 

“I’ve got a massive family, so I want someone that can deal with that.

“A lot of people have an assumption of me as being a typical player, but I got all of that out of my system when I was younger.

“I’m definitely looking for a long-lasting relationship. I’m ready to settle down now.”

Which girls does he have his eye on?

Aaron has already shown that he has no problem stepping on some toes to get what he wants, after asking Chloe to join him on a date despite the fact that she's coupled with Toby Aromolaran.

Before entering the Love Island villa, Aaron said: “I won’t do it behind your back… 

“I’ll openly tell you I’m about to steal your girl! That doesn’t really phase me at all."

“As long as I’m not doing anything snakey or behind your back, I don’t really see the problem.

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“I think a couple of the girls' heads will be turning when I go in there. 

“I’m very, very competitive. I always have been, I hate losing.”

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