By Kate Dennett For Mailonline
Published: 08:41 EDT, 29 June 2022 | Updated: 12:37 EDT, 29 June 2022
They have been soaking up the sun during a romantic Italian getaway.
And Ross Barkley and his girlfriend Katherine Pilkington continued their relaxing break as they were seen sunbathing on a beach in Sardinia on Tuesday.
The Chelsea footballer, 28, showed off his toned physique in a pair of red board shorts and kept comfortable in a pair of white trainers, which he put to one side as he sat barefoot on the beach.
Sun-soaked: Ross Barkley and his girlfriend Katherine Pilkington continued their relaxing break as they were seen sunbathing on a beach in Sardinia on Tuesday
Looking good: The Chelsea footballer, 28, showed off his toned physique in a pair of red board shorts and kept comfortable in a pair of white trainers, which he put to one side as he sat barefoot on the beach
He styled his brunette locks in a natural curled style and flaunted his intricate tattoos as he went shirtless during the outing, where he was seen heading off for a quick jog in a pair of white shorts.
Meanwhile, his girlfriend Katherine flaunted her bronzed figure in a skimpy beige striped two-piece as she relaxed and sunbathed on a deckchair.
She swept her blonde highlighted tresses back into a loose ponytail and let her natural good looks shine through with a light dusting of make-up as she topped up her tan.
Katherine, who went public with Ross in February, also opted to go barefoot and accessorised her beachwear with an array of gold necklaces and bracelets, while she was also seen sporting glitzy rings.
Beauty: Meanwhile, his girlfriend Katherine flaunted her bronzed figure in a skimpy beige striped two-piece as she relaxed and sunbathed on a deckchair
Stunner: She swept her blonde highlighted tresses back into a loose ponytail and let her natural good looks shine through with a light dusting of make-up as she topped up her tan
Couple: Ross styled his brunette locks in a natural curled style and flaunted his intricate tattoos as he went shirtless during the outing
The account executive was also seen covering her stylish two-piece with a chic green vest top and shielded her eyes with a pair of black sunglasses.
The couple spent time browsing on their phones and eating some delicious treats from the beachside restaurant as they soaked up the sun.
Katherine later cooled off with a dip in the sea after she had spent time basking in the sun and relaxing on a deckchair beside her new boyfriend.
They have been enjoying a sun-soaked overseas break for more than a week and were previously spotted spending time on a lavish yacht and cooling off with a swim during a trip to Capri.
Busy: The couple spent time browsing on their phones and eating some delicious treats from the beachside restaurant as they soaked up the sun
Tanned: Katherine also opted to go barefoot and accessorised her beachwear with an array of gold necklaces and bracelets, while she was also seen sporting glitzy rings
Relaxed: Katherine topped up her tan as she soaked up the sun on a deckchair during the beach trip
Swim: Account executive Katherine cooled off with a dip in the sea as she enjoyed the balmy Italian weather
Barkley was seen for the first time with his new girlfriend Katherine earlier this year as they enjoyed a romantic trip to the Saatchi Gallery in London's Sloane Square on Valentine's Day.
Katherine is an account executive for the The Social PR, works alongside soap star Scott Thomas on events and counts Love Island's Ellie Brown as one of her best friends.
The jetsetters have recently come back from a trip to New York together where they shared images from the same tourist attractions.
Little is known about Liverpool born Barkley's love life, but in 2019 he was seen on holiday with fashion designer Jordan McCabe.
Day out: Katherine kept her essentials in a large blue patterned bag as they came prepared for a day of sunbathing
Snacks: The couple enjoyed snacks from the nearby restaurant and were brought refreshing drinks as they relaxed on the beach
However, neither Barkley or McCabe ever said whether they were in a relationship or not.
The footballer previously dated nursery school worker Zoe Riozzi. Like Barkley, she also comes from Liverpool and they were together while he was at Everton.
In 2015, a friend told the Sunday People: 'Their relationship has gone from strength-to-strength and they go away a lot on holidays to spend time together.
'They have normal life way from football which probably helps keep him grounded.'
Bronzed: Katherine flaunted her incredible figure as she sat back on a deckchair and went on her phone
Style: The blonde beauty was also seen covering her stylish two-piece with a chic green vest top and shielded her eyes with a pair of black sunglasses
Fun times: They have been enjoying a sun-soaked overseas break for more than a week and were previously spotted spending time on a lavish yacht and cooling off with a swim during a trip to Capri
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Elsewhere, West Ham have reportedly turned down a fresh approach for captain Declan Rice from Chelsea, with the club offering Ross Barkley in a part exchange deal.
According to 90min, Chelsea have again reached out to the Hammers in their pursuit to sign the England international during the summer transfer window.
West Ham have kept a stern resolve when it comes to retaining their star player and they have long insisted that the 23-year-old will not be sold for anything less than their £150million asking price.
The Blues are said to have contacted West Ham's majority shareholder David Sullivan at the orders of new owner Todd Boehly about a potential deal.
Activity: Ross was seen wearing a pair of white shorts and headphones as he sat on the deckchair after heading for a jog
Fitness: Ross headed for a jog near the beach before joining his girlfriend for a spot of sunbathing
Sun soaked trip: Katherine sunbathed with a pair of black square sunglasses on her head while her boyfriend checked his phone
Chelsea, however, were reportedly brushed off and told that Rice is not available for sale this summer.
West Ham are hopeful that Rice, who is under contract until the summer of 2024, will put pen to paper on a new deal before the start of the new season, which gets underway on August 5.
Any new deal may include a release clause for Rice, with the Hammers softening their approach in negotiations to make sure the England international signs.
Rice has previously turned down offers to extend his stay at the London Stadium, despite the club's willingness to make him their highest-paid player.
Chelsea could be set to return with an improved offer by seeing if the Hammers would take on Armando Broja and Ross Barkley in a part exchange deal.
Chatting: Katherine brought her boyfriend Ross over some snacks as he checked his phone during the beach trip
Restaurant: The couple later headed off the beach and sat further back, with Katherine looking good in a green vest top
Oh dear: Katherine looked solemn as she sat with her hands on her face during her holiday with Ross
Kicking back: Katherine looked incredible as she relaxed during the beach outing on their balmy holiday after they went public with their romance Barkley on Valentine's Day
In January, it was reported that Barkley could make a sensational return to Goodison Park, with Everton interested in the Chelsea star.
The footballer left Merseyside for west London four years ago for £15million, but injuries and a lack of game time has hampered the England international's progress with the Blues.
Barkley was loaned to Aston Villa last season and impressed alongside Jack Grealish.
And a return to Everton will certainly raise eyebrows with the footballer considered one of the club's greatest academy products in recent years.
He has started only one Premier League game this season - at Turf Moor for Chelsea's 1-1 draw with Burnley.
Romance: Barkley was seen for the first time with his new girlfriend Katherine as they enjoyed a romantic trip to the Saatchi Gallery in London's Sloane Square on Valentine's Day. She is pictured with Love Island's Ellie Brown
Footballer: In January, it was reported that Barkley could make a sensational return to Goodison Park, with Everton interested in the Chelsea star
They look like they get on really well
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