Britney Spears reportedly has a new boyfriend.

Following her public split from David Lucado in August, E! News has revealed that the 32-year old is now dating producer and writer Charlie Ebersol.

[related]He is the son of Saturday Night Live co-creator Dick Ebersol, with the website adding that they have been seeing each other for weeks.

A source claimed: "They met through friends. He is the sweetest guy ever and they are very much enjoying getting to know one another.

"They are both very happy and having fun. It's just the beginning so no idea if it will become serious but right now they are having a lot of fun together."

Ebersol is no stranger to a high-profile romance and has previously been linked to Maria Sharapova and Sophia Bush.

Before her relationship and split with Lucado, Brit called off her engagement to Jason Trawick in January 2013, saying at the time: "I'll always adore him and we will remain great friends."