Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry recently sparked romance rumors after stepping out in Montréal, and a source tells PEOPLE they had an 'instant connection' and 'have a lot in common.'

The pop star’s recent breakup plays into her friends' alleged feelings about her new rumored relationship. They are apparently worried because of Trudeau’s rumored reputation with women, as well as the recency of her breakup with Bloom. The insider claimed:

Perry sparked romance rumors with the politician earlier this week after they were seen on a date in Montreal.