Nicola Peltz stands apart in Beckham family Christmas photo

The last photograph of the Beckham family was posted by Victoria Beckham on Boxing Day last year. 

Since then, various report have swirled regarding a possible rift within the family. However, body language expert Judi James explained to MailOnline that signs of tension were already visible when they celebrated Christmas together. 

She observed: 'Nicola seemed to have been actively distancing herself (and Brooklyn) from the Beckham clan. It is not an unusual step for new wives hoping to encourage a husband to stand on his own feet rather than being overly-dependent on his parents.'

Judi continued: 'This line-up might be a reflection of that distancing although in the past it has been her and Brooklyn sitting apart from his parents, while here he poses apart from his wife, which could have added to any tension.' 

She also pointed out the contrast between the latest image and previous family photos, noting: 'The Beckhams are and have always been a very close family unit.'

According to Judi, Nicola Peltz placement at the end of the row subtly marked as the 'outsider' in the group.