Mel B has allegedly agreed to join The X Factor this year as a judge.
The former Spice Girl was previously a special guest mentor while producers scrambled to find a replacement for Kelly Rowland back in 2012; eventually settling on Nicole Scherzinger.
A source told the Daily Star that she's agreed to a £1m deal, much to the dismay of producers - who had hoped to spend no more than £900,000.
Mel B (WENN)
"It's pretty much a done deal. And Simon thinks Mel will be perfect for the show. Fine details such as her expenses budget and filming dates need to be agreed. Other than that, she's ready to go," the insider said.
"Simon wants the show to return to its former glory. That's why he got Cheryl back. He's been in discussions with lots of potential judges, but he believes Mel is by far the best."
Bosses will clearly be hoping for fireworks after Mel's blunt feedback made her a hit on other talent shows around the world.
"She's like the female version of [Cowell]," the source continued.
"Opinionated, confident, ruthless and competitive. People will either love her or love to hate her".
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