The Irish boyband hunk was photographed enjoying a night out with a blonde beauty in Malibu, California last week (ends19Jul15), and the mystery woman has since been identified as Raquelle Stevens.

The pair was spotted leaving popular sushi restaurant Nobu with a group of friends, while one snap showed Horan with his arm draped over Stevens' shoulders.

The 21 year old, who has yet to comment on the romance speculation, was introduced to Stevens by mutual friend Gomez, according to DailyMail.co.uk.

Horan has previously been linked to British singer Ellie Goulding and Victoria's Secret model Barbara Palvin.