Andrew Windsor and ex-Sarah Ferguson’s ‘friendly’ ways are parting ways

There is also significant concern within royal circles about what Ferguson might do next.

A palace source said: “From the perspective of the royal household, the idea that this situation could lead to a comprehensive book or television interview is deeply alarming. There is a real fear that any on-air appearance would open wounds and cause new embarrassment.”

Ferguson is now said to be weighing six- and seven-figure offers from publishers, broadcasters and streamers to tell her side of the story.

An insider said: ‘Andrew has already had ample opportunity to put his version of events into the public domain during his disastrous situation. BBC News night interview about his ties to Epstein. There is a growing sense that it is now Sarah’s turn to speak, on her own terms.”

That possibility has reportedly alarmed senior royals, including King Charles, 77, and Queen Camilla, 78.

Another source commented: “There is genuine concern that Sarah could speak out in a way that could embarrass the King, Queen or other senior royals.”