The Sun has tipped Fearne Cotton as the new host for X Factor spin off show, The Xtra Factor. Ben Shephard quit the show last month after being passed over for the main presenters job.

An ITV insider said: “Fearne was top of our list — she’s young, bright and is on top of the pop world with her Radio 1 show.

“We’re in final discussions and hope to make an announcement soon.”