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X Factor judge is desperate to return to rebooted show – with strict condition

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One former X Factor judge is desperate to return (Picture: Ken McKay/TalkbackThames/REX/Shutterstock) The X Factor is being eyed for a reboot and speculation has already turned to who could possibly take over as judges. The final season of the ITV show saw Simon Cowell remain as head judge with guest judges Louis Tomlinson , Robbie Williams , and Ayda Field. But it’s that original line-up of Simon, Louis Walsh and Sharon Osbourne that fans remember as the most iconic… and the most brutal. Turns out Louis, 74, is keen to return, having been on almost every single season from 2004 to 2018 except for a blip in 2015 and the final year. Despite his dedication to the competition, Louis only managed to win the ITV series once with 2005 act Shayne Ward. However, his mind isn’t focused on winning if he returns. Instead, his only stipulation for rejoining the show is that Sharon is there too. Louis Walsh has thrown his hat into the ring (Picture: Fran Veale) Speaking to The Sun , Louis said: ‘Of

First report: The X Factor set for bombshell TV return after seven years as ITV chiefs plot revamped format with younger judges — thesun.co.uk, 16d