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Paige Holland

Love Island's Connor 'will self-sabotage' relationship with Sophie, says dating expert

If you've been watching Love Island, then you'll recall that Friday's episode saw the power in the girls' hands for the first time in a shock re-coupling and whilst it definitely shook things up for some islanders, it also confirmed interest some had with each other.

Sophie chose Connor once again in the re-coupling despite the fact that they've shared more bust-ups than loved-up moments in the two weeks they've been in the villa.

Match dating expert Hayley Quinn has opened up about the pair's numerous ups and downs and revealed what she really thought of the re-coupling.

Hayley admitted that she was surprised about Sophie's decision, since she has been so vocal with her fellow islanders about the trials and tribulations of their relationship.

Sophie decided to re-couple wit Connor despite feeling 'drained' (ITV)

Previously, when Connagh and Finley entered the villa, Connor was easily annoyed by Sophie's excitement to welcome the new boys.

Hayley said: "He seems to project his inner discomfort onto Sophie. His belief that she was ‘rubbing it in his face’ reflects his self-doubt much more than her actions."

If the arrival of Luke T wasn't enough to get Connor's back up, watching Sophie from the veranda enjoying a cosy date with him, definitely pushed him over the edge. 

Hayley explained: "He is certainly less trusting than Sophie and griped it ‘wouldn’t shock me if she entertains (dating Luke M)..’ after watching their date.

"The fact he immediately went for a negative interpretation of the date shows that Connor is deeply insecure."

Connor's insecurity and jealousy leaves Sophie having to try to reassure him (ITV)

Even though Connor was none the wiser at the time, Sophie only saw Luke as a friend, and was honest that she doesn't need that much reassurance in a realtionship.

Whereas, Connor's jealousy and sensitive nature towards Sophie's humour has left him needing her to reassure him.

When Sophie confronted him saying: "Your actions have proven... you are a bit sensitive..." he was quick to defend himself, denying everything.

But upon asking the boys whether he seemed sensitive, they all laughed about it, leaving Sophie ‘drained’.

Whilst Hayley notices Connor's insecurity is the reason why he's struggled to open up to her, she said it can "rear its head as volatility".

She continues: "Whilst their match seems to be full of intensity, it’s worth remembering that for a relationship to actually go the long haul, you need stability more than passion to be happy.

"Sophie is a natural diplomat, however, I think even she maybe pushed to the limit unless Connor realises that he’s his own worst enemy."

Hayley added: "If he keeps predicting the worst and challenging Sophie to prove her commitment to him, he will end up self-sabotaging their relationship altogether."

The re-coupling also saw Jess couple up with newbie Luke M, and Rebecca picking Luke T, leaving Siannise having to pick Nas as part of a friendship couple.

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