<p><br /> Singer and TV star Cheryl Cole is reportedly close to signing up to be a judge on the forthcoming US version of hit show The X Factor.<br /> </p><p><br /> Simon Cowell is said to have been in talks with Cole for some time over a role in the series.<br /> </p><p><br /> Pop stars Katy Perry and Nicole Scherzinger have also been linked to the show after successful appearances on the UK version.<br /> </p><p><br /> Meanwhile, Cole's ex-husband Ashley is said to be keen for the singer to move out of the Surrey mansion the couple formerly shared.<br /> </p><p><br /> The footballer gained the house as part of the divorce settlement, and after his current home was burgled Ashley is reported to want to return to the couple's £4.5 million property as soon as possible.<br /> </p>
