Over the last few days there have been rumours that Dannii Minogue will be leaving the X Factor to start a family, but now Cheryl Cole could also be leaving the judging panel to have a baby.
Sources close to the 26-year-old singer have reportedly told how she is desperate to start a large family, even though Simon Cowell is willing to double her salary to £1.2million.
The claims, in the News Of The World, come after it was reported that Simon Cowell was secretly lining up ex-Spice Girl Mel B to replace Dannii Minogue

Yesterday Simon tried to quash rumours that the singer,would be taking over from Dannii.
‘A lot of things are going to change for next year – if we bring the show back,’ he said.
‘Possibly five on a panel. I don’t think it will be Mel B.
‘I tell you who’d make a good judge: Robbie Williams. He’s fun, he’s got good instincts and he doesn’t take himself too seriously.’

Simon Cowell is clearly a fan of Robbie. The singer appeared on the show at the beginning of the series, where he re-launched his solo career.
He then sang with Olly Murs during the duets last night before performing his latest single You Know Me.
No other star has had such exposure on the show. Robbie has also admitted being a huge fan and watching every week.

The plans for the revamped X Factor could see a fifth judge, such as Robbie, added to the line-up to avoid ­heavily-criticised ­deadlocks, a larger number of finalists with 16 rather than 12, and the series being extended by a month.

Simon is reportedly keen to axe Dannii, 38, because he is fed up of being upstaged by Kylie’s younger sister, and bring in a new female judge to add to the panel of five.
A source told the Sunday Mirror: ‘Simon has a downer on Dannii. He says he wants women to be feisty and opinionated but when they are he doesn’t like it.


Meanwhile, former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland, 28, is also reportedly being considered for Dannii

New judge? Dannii Minogue is reportedly thinking about quitting the X Factor to start a family. Mel B, who has been modelling lingerie and appearing in a Las Vegas show Peep Show

Dannii, 38, is thought to have told Simon Cowell that she may not return next year.

The loved-up judge has publically spoken of her boyfriend Kris Smith’s desire to start a family, and has also complained of feeling the ‘odd one out’ on the show.

A source told the newspaper: ‘Simon thinks Mel would be brilliant as she is outspoken, down-to-earth and won’t hold back.

‘There were times in the current series that he felt things were a bit boring and he is certain sparks will fly with her on board.

‘It will be interesting to see whether she and Cheryl Cole will gel or whether it will be handbags at dawn.’
The X-Factor
Dull? Current judges Simon Cowell, Cheryl Cole, Dannii Minogue and Louis Walsh. But Cowell thought the show was ‘a bit boring’ in parts, according to reports
Kelly Rowland was tipped to take over from Dannii when it looked like she may leave earlier this year and was invited to Simon’s 50th birthday party.

The source added: ‘Although it hasn’t been officially confirmed, it is highly likely Dannii won’t be on the panel next year and Simon is already thinking about a replacement.’

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Stacey Solomon left the show last night despite three sensational performances.
The single mum – dubbed the diva from Dagenham – said: “I’m really proud. Third’s really good I’ve had the time of my life. I’m happy for Olly and Joe. They deserve it.”
Stacey, 20, added she was happy to be ­reunited with 20-month-old son Zach, saying: “Zach doesn’t know what’s ­happened. He’s just happy and if he’s happy, I’m happy.”

Her mentor Dannii Minogue said: “It’s been an incredible journey, she’s an absolute talent and a star.”
When Olly was told he was through he yelled with joy and punched the air.
He said: “We are lucky we are through.”
Joe wept tears of joy and buried his head in mentor Cheryl Cole’s shoulder as he got to the final.
Asked how he felt, he could only muster: “I feel numb.”

Stacey’s exit paves the way for a dramatic north-south clash ­between Olly from Essex – mentored by Simon Cowell – and Geordie Joe.

Stacey had earlier ­dazzled with a duet with Canadian crooner Michael ­Buble. But it wasn’t enough to keep her in last night’s show, watched by stars such as Prince Harry and girlfriend Chelsy Davy.
Olly, 25, went into last night as favourite to get the boot. But he saved his place with a showstopping performance with his hero Robbie Williams.

Dressed in black suits and ties, they performed the former Take That star’s hit Angels, to a standing ovation from the audience.
Heaping praise on office worker Olly, Robbie said: “I am a massive fan of Olly. I can’t believe how confident he is. He is like a quiet storm. I should be taking tips from him.”
But it was Joe – favourite to scoop tonight’s £1million record contract – and his duet with George Michael on Don’t Let The Sun Go Down on Me that had the judges on their feet.

Michael said afterwards: “I think you rose to the ­occasion. I think you’ve got a great future.”
Joe later received a video message from Dannii’s sister Kylie Minogue.
She said: “Congratulations on coming so far. I’m sending you lots of love and kisses – have fun.”

Joe’s family in Newcastle will take home £14,000 from the bookies if he wins tonight – after they clubbed together to bet on him when at 14-1 even before the first live show.