A BBC presenting stalwart is said to be nearing final stages of talks with bosses to host the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Alex Jones is best known for her nightly hosting role on The One Show, a gig she took over from Christine Lampard in 2010.

But it’s now been claimed that she’s got her sights on something with a bit more sparkle, as the new hot favourite to be a replacement for Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

In October, Tess, 56, and Claudia, 53, shocked the nation by confirming that the 2025 series of Strictly would be their last as a presenting duo. Tess began fronting the show alongside the late Sir Bruce Forsyth in 2004, before Claudia joined her in 2010.

Since their announcement, speculation has been rife about who will take their place, with names including former

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