Michael Chopra denies dating 'Coronation Street' actress Kym Marsh

Michael Chopra has denied that he is dating Coronation Street actress Kym Marsh.

The Blackpool striker recently met the former popstar when he celebrated his 30th birthday.

Chopra took to Twitter to deny reports that the pair had started a relationship following the night out:

Why do people make things bigger than they actually are met @msm4rsh once with @antonycotton and people try to make it out we are dating

— Michael Chopra 8 (@MichaelChopra10) January 2, 2014

According to Hello magazine, Chopra is currently trying to repair his relationship with his ex-wife.