Drake in Leeds: Paul Pogba, private jets and boutique hotels

Canadian rapper Drake has set Leeds alight during his visit to the city.

The global superstar played his opening gig at the First Direct Arena last night and will appear at the venue again on Thursday.

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He was rumoured to have arrived at Leeds Bradford Airport in his private jet before heading to a suite at the boutique Malmaison Hotel.

And the concert itself saw sporting royalty turn out for the Boy Meets World tour date.

Manchester United and France footballer Paul Pogba partied with boxer Chris Eubank Jnr at the arena, and several Leeds United players were seen at the show, including Luke Ayling, Kyle Bartley, Stuart Dallas, Liam Cooper and Liam Bridcutt.

Drake has recently been romantically linked to actress Jennifer Lopez.

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