LONDON - Michael Jackson’s children are reportedly under the shield of a team of bodyguards costing 750,000 pounds a year.

The youngsters, Prince Michael, 12, Paris, 11, and seven-year-old Prince Michael II, a.k.a Blanket,were placed under protection after fears they might be targeted by kidnappers or stalkers following the death of their father.

“Michael’s death has made them more of a target. They’ll be guarded like royalty,” the Daily Express quoted a source as telling News of the World.

The Jacksons were said to have come up with a protection plan for the children and hired six security men to guard them.

The men are allegedly trained to fight and deal with kidnap and hostage situations. (ANI)