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Saido Berahino hit the headlines after Tony Pulis revealed the troubled striker brought his mother to meet West Brom's chairman in an attempt to negotiate his transfer away from the club.

The Burundi-born 22-year-old has a close relationship with his mother following the death of his father at a young age.

Berahino's dad died in the Burundian Civil War in 1997 and the youngster fled to England aged 10, where he was put into care.

After immigration officials tracked down Berahino's mother, who had already been granted asylum in the UK, DNA tests were conducted to prove they were related.

On the back of such a rocky start to life, the bond between Berahino and his mum appears to be a special one.

He regularly uploads pictures to Instagram of him and his mother, but which other stars past and present aren't afraid to make the love they hold for their mums public?

Cristiano Ronaldo

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The Real Madrid star hugs mother Dolores Aveiro after winning the 2014 FIFA Ballon d'Or award in January this year.

Robbie Savage

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Robbie Savage's mum, Valerie, hoists a huge painting of her son aloft.

George Best

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The Manchester United legend clings onto his beloved mother Ann.

Jack Charlton

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Possibly one of the greatest contributors to English football, Cissie Charlton, seen here with son Jack, also brought Three Lions legend Bobby into the world.

Mario Balotelli

Balotelli hugs foster mother Silvia Balotelli during Euro 2012.

Gareth Bale

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Gareth Bale took mum Debbie along to his Real Madrid unveiling following his world record transfer from Tottenham in 2013.

John Terry

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The former England captain is pictured on holiday with mother Sue.

Daniel Sturridge

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Liverpool hitman Sturridge poses alongside mum Grace and dad Michael at the World Cup Tour prior to last year's tournament.

Jermain Defoe

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Sunderland striker Defoe pictured looking dapper alongside mum Sandra.

Glenn Hoddle

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Great barnet, Glenn! Sky Sports pundit Hoddle pictured celebrating his 21st birthday with his mum and a tasty looking cake.