(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Miley Cyrus has been getting closer to a new man, sources have claimed.

The 17-year-old singer/actress has dated some of Hollywoods most handsome males, and since the end of her romance with The Last Song co-star Liam Hemsworth, rumours have begun circulating about who her next boyfriend will be.

It has now been claimed Miley has been spending a great deal of time with 18-year-old Nickelodeon star Avan Jogia.

According to HollywoodLife.com, Disney star Miley has been hanging out and getting closer with Avan. But the pair arent likely to announce themselves as an official item, as it is thought Miley doesnt want a partner when she celebrates her birthday next week.

Miley wants to be officially single for her birthday (Nov. 23) and just have fun with whomever she hangs out with, explained a source. She is for sure all about being young and having fun.

Miley and Avan have been seen together on numerous occasions lately, including going on lunch dates and enjoying Halloween celebrations. (C) Cover Media