Simon Cowell wants US singer Anastacia to be guest judge on UK X Factor

Music Mogal and X Factor Boss Simon Cowell has reportedly said that he wants US singer Anastacia to be a guest judge for the UK show.

The Daily Mail reports that Simon is after another American star to potentially replace Kelly Rowland on the UK judging panel.

A wide range of guest judges have appeared at the auditions so far Rita Ora who won the crowds on Monday however bosses are apparently concerned about her schedule and credibility; Nicole Scherzinger who guest judged on Wednesday (30th May) and Leona Lewis.

ITV bosses are apparently keen on Nicole Scherzinger whilst Simon wants someone with a “gutsy attitude” to win over viewers.

A Source told the Mail “Simon would [love to have] an American back on the panel as well”

The X Factor starts on ITV 1 and ITV 2 in early autumn and auditions continue next week at Mancherster.