UK WAGs told 'don't flash bling' and stars install panic rooms after raids
ENGLAND WAGs have been told “don't flash your bling” and stars have installed panic rooms after a spate of horror attacks.
Some members of Gareth Southgate's squad are taking wider security measures following a series of attacks on Premier League footballers.
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In December, Jack Grealish's terrified family panicked when a gang of burglars looted £1million worth of jewelery and watches from his home.
His loved ones, including partner Sasha Attwood, were forced to take cover as police rushed to the £5.6 million home to prevent a possible hostage situation.
After Grealish spoke about his ordeal, some stars consulted architects about panic rooms.
Now, The mirror reports that WAGs have been warned not to flaunt expensive jewelery and not to give potential thieves targets with homes that will more often than not be empty during the European Championship in Germany.
“They have been reminded of the previous educational sessions they had on safety,” the source said.
“The do's and don'ts.
“Do not advertise jewelry, display it online or post images inside or outside their home.”
The European Championships will take place this summer and run from June 14 to July 14 in Germany.
A large group of 'WAGS', including Fern Maguire, 28, wife of Man Utd defender Harry, and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford's wife, Megan Davison, 27, will travel to Germany.
Jack Grealish's girlfriend, fashion model and influencer Sasha Attwood, 27, and Luke Shaw's partner Anouska Santos, 31, are also likely to travel.
The WAGs have received a security update and have access to an online document with pre-tournament advice.
Manchester United star Victor Lindelof already has a panic room, which was used by his wife and children when their home was targeted.
Joelinton was the latest footballer to be targeted by robbers after a a wave of terrifying attacks at star houses across the country.
The injured Newcastle midfielder had been watching from the sidelines as his team took on Man City when the thieves struck
While at St James' Park he immediately contacted police, who rushed to the Northumberland address shortly after 7.30pm.
By the time officers arrived at the multi-million pound home, the attackers had fled.
It is believed no one was in the property when the intruders struck.
West Ham star Kurt Zouma's family home in Essex was targeted last year while he was inside.
The injured Newcastle midfielder had been watching from the sidelines as his team took on Man City when the thieves struck.
The robbers also stole jewelery and luxury watches worth £1 million, with Zouma forced to miss his team's match against Crystal Palace.
Sources said the gang, which is still being hunted by police, was “aggressive and organised”.
A number of other players have also been targeted in the past, including ex-Prem stars Joao Cancelo and Paul Pogba.
Many of the stars have been targeted by 'away day' marauders who will strike when teams travel for their games.
This was the case for ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard, who was robbed while playing for the Red Devils at Aston Villa in January 2022.
His former teammate Victor Lindelof's home in Hale was raided the same month while he was in action for Utd at Brentford.
The defender's wife, Maja Lindelof, and their two children were forced to do so lock themselves up while their mansion was plundered.
In December last year, Raheem Sterling was forced to fly back from the World Cup in Qatar after robbers attacked his home in Surrey.
Terrified fiancée Paige Milian, 27, was home with their two children at the time.
She raised the alarm when the gang took watches worth £300,000.
Last year alone there were five burglaries at footballers' homes.
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