Jake Roche ''can't afford'' to propose to his girlfriend Jesy Nelson.

The 22-year-old lead vocalist of the band Rixton was rumoured to be preparing to propose to the 23-year-old Little Mix singer, but Jake has joked that his lack of money means he won't be getting down on one knee anytime soon.

He told the Daily Mirror newspaper: ''There are engagement rumours but at the minute I can't afford a hot meal, let alone a ring!''

Earlier this week, meanwhile, Jake joked that he only lasts ''five minutes'' in bed with Jesy.

He revealed: ''I heard sex was really good for keeping fit but it doesn't kick in till after 15 minutes, so I'm f***ed!

''Five minutes and I'm done. No cardio for me, boys. I get exhausted just taking my trousers off.''

The 'Me And My Broken Heart' hitmaker also admitted he enjoys being hit on by gay guys, saying he takes it as a ''compliment''.

Jake said: ''It's a bit of an honour. The other day, a gay couple looked at us all and checked us out, and it was such a compliment. I kind of got a bit giddy, really.

''I'm such a t**t.''