X Factor insiders have denied that they are planning to replace Dannii Minogue with Victoria Beckham in this years series.

Speaking to The Daily Star sources say that Beckham is to cold for the show and would not translate well on TV.

One said: “Her über-cool image wouldn’t translate well on screen. They really need a big character, someone with strong opinions who’s not afraid to get into a row on live TV.

“Victoria is trying to carve a trendy career in fashion and there are fears she’d be too guarded when they really wanted someone to get stuck in.”

Favourites for the role include Robbie Williams, Lily Allen, and former judge Sharon Osbourne.

Last week Lily confirmed that she would love the role saying: “I’d love to do it if the opportunity arises. I love X Factor.

“I think it’s a great programme and I think I’d be quite good at it.”

The insider added: “Any one of those three would make a great judge.”