X Factor finalists JLS are reportedly in talks to go on tour with Michael Jackson.

The boys mentor, Louis Walsh has confirmed that he has been contacted about the possibility and thinks it is a great opportunity for the group.

"It’s fantastic news for JLS," Walsh told The Mirror. "I hear Michael had been looking around for some fresh young talent for a long time. If talks go well then going on tour with Michael would be an amazing opportunity for JLS."

A show insider revealed: "Hearing you have Michael Jackson as a fan is a massive compliment and is sure to lift their spirits this week."

I would take another view. Whoever wins X factor will be tied into doing their own tour, album etc. So is Louis Walsh more or less saying that he doesn’t think the boys will win? It would seem so.