Nadine Coyle has denied reports that she has snubbed her former bandmate, Cheryl Cole.

The singer insisted that she and Cheryl are still close and that she even called to congratulate her after she performed on The X Factor.

Coyle told Closer magazine: “We’re not at war. I phoned her up after she performed on The X Factor to tell her how fantastic it was.

“‘I think anyone would be envious that Cheryl has Simon Cowell’s backing! He’s such a big player, but in truth I’ve been lucky to work with some big really big names in the States.”

She added to Star: “There were all these crazy reports saying I had snubbed her – but we met up and had a great laugh… I really love ‘Fight For This Love’ – it’s really catchy.”

Coyle added: “It’s not about me versus Cheryl… American X Factor would be the biggest show on TV so it would be the ultimate TV gig to get.

“I don’t think she would make a permanent move to the States though because Ashley has his football career.”