Fan, potentially a secret one (7)

I believe the answer is:

admirer

(Other definitions for admirer that I've seen before include "Supporter or fan" , "Romantic adorer" , "sweetheart" , "One who regards (someone) with respect" , "Married to one who thinks highly of" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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