POLICE are investigating sex smear allegations against former Saints star Nathaniel Clyne after a video showing him with a girl and a friend was leaked.

The 25-year-old England ace claims someone is making a deliberate attempt to ruin his reputation after the footage was shared online.

The images are said to show him having sex with a woman while a friend was in the same room.

Merseyside Police have confirmed they are investigating the smears after the player’s representatives made a formal complaint.

The defender, who played for England in last month’s Euro 2016 tournament, was shocked when he learned about the existence of the footage, which was shot in his luxury apartment.

A source close to the player has been quoted as saying: “It’s been difficult for Nathaniel.

“He was horrified anyone would set out to stitch him up like this.

“He felt it was a deliberate effort to ruin his good name and reputation.

“His agents felt he had to go to the police when it became apparent he was being smeared. He’s a young man, devoted to his football career."

Merseyside Police are expected to release a statement later today.

Clyne left Saints in July last year and moved to Liverpool.

He spent three years at St Mary's, making more than 100 appearances after joining the club from Crystal Palace in 2012.

During his time at Southampton he broke into the England senior squad and also helped Saints record points totals in the last two Premier League seasons.