The Streets’ Mike Skinner is reportedly set to become a first time dad in the new year.

The rapper is said to be expecting a child with long-term girlfriend Claire Le Marquand, with the baby due to arrive next April.

A source close to the couple revealed the news and added: “Mike is delighted. He can’t wait to be a dad. He says this is the best Christmas gift ever.

“He is doting on Claire and making sure she puts her feet up at home.”