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Ricky Martin lined up to take Louis Walsh's spot on X Factor panel

Louis Walsh is set to be dumped from the X Factor – and replaced by Ricky Martin.

The Livin’ La Vida Loca singer, 42, has met with ITV bosses over joining the panel for the latest series of the show.

The Latin superstar has experience from being a judge on the Australian version of The Voice, although he may need to quit if he was to join the X Factor.

However sources revealed that Simon Cowell is trying to stop Louis, 61, from being replaced.

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Louis replacement: ITV want Ricky Martin to join the show

“Ricky has had several discussions about becoming a judge and is keen to join the show,” a source told the Star.

“ITV want to replace Louis – and Ricky is their top choice. The problem is Simon is adamant he wants Louis on the panel and he usually gets his own way.”

Only Simon and Cheryl Cole have been confirmed as judges for the new season of the X Factor.

Already Olly Murs has turned down a role because of touring commitments.

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