Luke Littler ‘hires celeb bodyguard’ who worked for two Premier League icons to protect him from ‘overzealous’ fans [Video]

LUKE Littler has hired a celebrity bodyguard who has previously worked for Premier League legends Thierry Henry and Peter Crouch.

The darts hotshot, 17, nicknamed “the Nuke”, is the sport’s youngest ever champion following his win over Michael van Gerwen at Alexandra Palace this month.

Luke Littler in the crowd at the Co-op Live Arena, Manchester, on Saturday alongside bodyguard Peter PurkinsCredit: PA

Purkins has previously been on security teams for darts events in the UK and EuropeCredit: PA

Luke Littler became darts’ youngest ever champion this monthCredit: Getty

And with his fame rising, Littler’s management has employed Peter Purkins to protect him from “overzealous” fans, reports the Mirror.

A source told the newspaper: “Luke is now one of the most recognisable faces in the country and has a lot of new fans.

“Sometimes people can be a little overzealous when they see him, so it’s sensible to have someone alongside him who can step in …

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