Washington, Feb 21 : American pop singer and actress Jessica Simpson and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo may soon be tying the knot.

News of the couple getting engaged came from close friends, who say that Jessica is head over heels in love with Romo.

"I think they're going to get married," US mag quoted Romo's close friend of three years, Michael Starr, as saying in the latest issue of Us Weekly.

Starr is not the only one who predicts the union between the two, Romo's former fling Sophia Bush, was also of the same opinion.

"I think they could go the distance. They're perfect for each other," the actress, a mutual friend of Romo and Simpson, said.

"They're both funny and wonderful and kind. I'm rooting for them," she added.

Nick Lachey, who is Simpson's ex, also chimed in to add his blessing.

"I wish her nothing but happiness," he told Us.

"If she's found that... good for her," he added.

ANI