It found that men — whether attached or single — were more likely to be attracted to their female friends and want to go on a date with them than the other way around. Put simply, it means that given half a chance, most men would jump at the opportunity of having sex with their female friends.

Do guys fall in love with their female best friend?

Men report more sexual interest in their female friends than their female friends do in them, and men are also more likely than women to overestimate how romantically interested their friends are in them. In most cases, sexual attraction within a friendship is seen as more of a burden than a benefit, the study finds.

Can a guy fall in love with a friend?

Though not all friends have a special love for each other, it is possible to fall in love with your friend. It happens a lot of times, and many claim that the transition from friendship to love is quite smooth. So yes, that great friendship with your best guy friend can turn into a romantic relationship.