Cheryl’s X Factor protégé Joe McElderry says that her new man Derek Hough, who she’s been reportedly dating for the past four months, will help her recover from her divorce from love-rat Ashley Cole.

He told Closer magazine: “I went to see Cheryl perform in London and she was dancing with Derek. Afterwards backstage, he was so sweet and caring around her. He’s obviously her rock. They’ve become really close – he’s perfect for her.”

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