Excuse us? Cheryl turns to Ashley for advice ahead of Stateside move

After everything they've been through over the course of their marriage and subsequent divorce, you'd be forgiven for thinking Ashley Cole would be the last person Cheryl would turn to in times of stress, but it looks like we'd be wrong.

According to emerging reports, the former Girls Aloud singer, who recently divorced Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini, sought her  first ex-husband's advice in the wake of potential career moves and intense media speculation.

With Cheryl's boyfriend Liam Payne looking to set up shop across the water in the States, the Geordie singer is considering a permanent move – something which she has discussed with her former husband's mum via text message.

And once Ashley got word of the conversation, he decided to reach out to Cheryl who subsequently opened up about her plans and asked for his advice.

Commenting on the interesting dynamic, an insider explained: "Cheryl's always maintained a good relationship with Ashley's mum, who told him Cheryl was considering her next move."

"Ashley decided to message Cheryl to congratulate her on the new start following the divorce. Cheryl told him how she and Liam had been debating a move to LA," they continued.

Along with Liam's new US deal, the Stupid Crazy Love singer feels like life may be easier for the pair Stateside, with the source adding: "Cheryl feels she might get more quality time with Liam in LA without so much public scrutiny."

It's been six years since Cheryl and Ashley finalised their divorce.