Britney Spears' ex lover Adnan Ghalib has received death threats after attempting to sell a sex-tape allegedly featuring the star.

The British paparazzo claims he was stabbed after it emerged the video of the singer performing a private striptease for him was set to hit the web.

Ghalib says, "Yes I was injured by an attacker. This is still being investigated.

"I can't say much about the cowardly attack other than: a) you better come a lot stronger than that if you want to make a point and b) most will be surprised by those behind it.

"I have had many calls about it from all over the world. In light of the constant calls about the sex tape and threats, I'm taking a break from the industry and keeping a low profile."

The video is said to have be made during the couple's romantic trip to Mexico last year (07).