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Bolton boxer Amir Khan has been targeted with online death threats - because he decided to put up a Christmas tree.

I'm A Celebrity star Amir - a devout Muslim - shared a picture his Christmas tree on Instagram - and one of his followers threatened to kill him for 'betraying' his religion.

Other made threats against his family - including his pregnant wife Faryal and and his three year old daughter Lamaisah.

“While everyone’s asleep, daddy put the Christmas tree up," Amir posted, alongside a picture of the decorated tree. 'Lamaisah’s going to be happy. Christmas #MerryChristmas2017.”

Although many of his 1.2million followers has kind words and compliments over the sparkling tree, others accused the boxing champ of confusing his child.

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One troll threatened: “I promise to god i want kill you and your family amir.”

With another adding: "Muslims don't celebrate Christmas. It's one thing to give out cards at school your respecting other faith and their celebration but putting up a tree in your own home....poor kid will be well confused."

Lots of Muslims do celebrate Christmas - as the religion recognises Jesus as a prophet.

One supporter jumped to Khan's defence, saying: “I read the Quran and it is clear that Jesus is also a prophet. People slating him must not read the Quran."

Another added:" I'm Muslim and put my tree up every year merry Xmas! Hope you have a good one!!!"