The heartthrob was being interviewed with the rest of his bandmates when a journalist asked the group what traits they look for in a girlfriend.

Liam, 21, said: “Female. That’s an important trait.”

Harry, 20, then said: “It’s not that important.”

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Instead, the pop star reckons that a ‘sense of humour’ and ‘being nice to him’ were more important qualities in a potential partner or love interest.

Harry has been a supporter of gay rights for several years, but has previously denied claims that he is bisexual.

In an interview with men’s magazine GQ last year, Harry said: “Bisexual? Me? I don't think so. I'm pretty sure I'm not.”

The world-famous boy band member has been linked to several high-profile women, including Taylor Swift and Strictly Come Dancing star Caroline Flack.

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He also dated model and reality star Kendall Jenner over the Christmas period last year.

He has most recently been linked to 32-year-old scriptwriter Erin Foster.

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