Dannii Minogue is said to be feeling isolated on this years X factor panel, despite recently claiming that her job was a dream.

A source told The Mirror: “Simon is delighted with how things have gone. He is calling [Cheryl] the ‘new Cilla Black’. She has that touch that connects with people. She is a natural fit to the show and makes Dannii somewhat redundant.

“Louis and Cheryl get on like a house on fire as he managed Girls Aloud. He has never really got on with Dannii so that has made her feel even more isolated.

“It’s ironic that last year Sharon felt under threat from the younger rival when Dannii arrived. Now it is Dannii who is under pressure herself.”