Sinitta hints Louis Tomlinson could replace Louis Walsh as X Factor judge

With Louis Walsh saying he’s had enough of the X Factor and rumours he’s being lined up for Ireland’s Got Talent, speculation is already mounting about who could replace him.

And it seems show favourite Sinitta has a fair idea who it could be – One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson.

Former pop star Sinitta thinks Louis would be “amazing” as a judge and he certainly has the experience with his band having come from the show.

The 1D star spent a lot of time working with the contestants behind the scenes of the talent contest last year and is apparently keen to move into music management.

Sinitta said: “He spent a lot of time with us last year, mentoring the talent and watching rehearsals. I could definitely see him going into music management and production so it’s a good place to start.

“Simon’s a great mentor. He mentored him as an artist. He can mentor him to be a mentor.”

She continued: “If Louis [Walsh] goes, that’s definitely going to shake things up because he’s the only one who’s always been there. Even Simon was away for three years.

“That would be a big change if he’s serious about it.”

Louis announced he was thinking about going back to his music management routes this week and is working with former Westlife star Shane Filan and boyband Hometown.

Sinitta added: “He has been amazing for the last 11 years on the show. He’s been the stabling influence and the judge who’s taken the most risks, probably had the most fun and the most laughs.

“It would be a shame if he’s serious and really not coming back.”

Naww!

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