The former judge is making a cameo appearance on the ITV talent show this weekend, as she helps Simon choose his finalists at Judges Houses, but it seems she could be tempted for a more permanent comeback.
Cheryl left ‘X Factor’ for the second time in 2015 to focus on her music career, but next year could see her replace either Sharon Osbourne and Nicole Scherzinger on the panel, especially as the latter has previously hinted she may not return.
In another interview on ITV’s ‘Lorraine’, Simon also admitted they had immediately rekindled their old chemistry, despite having not seen each other since the last series they worked on together.
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Cheryl could return to 'X Factor' full time
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“I hadn’t seen Cheryl for two years and the funny thing was I got on the plane and she curtseyed…We always bond,” he said.
“I have missed Cheryl, I have to say. Cheryl has got good taste, you’ve got to have good taste to do this job.”
Cheryl also admitted she felt refreshed coming back to do Judges Houses, adding: “I didn’t stop for 14 years, literally on the rollercoaster, and when I got pregnant I thought, ‘Right, I just don’t need this stress.’ So I relaxed.
“So it’s been like actually over a year, but it’s been perfect for me because it’s re-set the mind-frame, and I feel actually better coming back.”
‘The X Factor’ continues on Saturday at 8.20pm on ITV.
'X Factor' Judges Through The Years
Series 1-3 (2004-2006)(01 of11)
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The original line-up: Sharon Osbourne, Simon Cowell and Louis Walsh (credit:ITV)
Series 4 (2007)(02 of11)
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All change: Dannii Minogue joins Simon Cowell and Sharon Osbourne, with Brian Freidman replacing Louis Walsh.Dermot O'Leary also replaces Kate Thornton as the show's host.
Series 4 (2007)(03 of11)
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The return of the Walsh: Louis makes a comeback after Brian Freidman is axed from the panel after only a few days of auditions.
Series 5-7 (2008-2010)(04 of11)
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The golden era: Cheryl Cole replaces Sharon Osbourne, joining Simon, Dannii and Louis.
Series 8 (2011)(05 of11)
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A mass exodus: Gary Barlow, Tulisa and Kelly Rowland join the only original remaining judge, Louis Walsh.
Series 9 (2012)(06 of11)
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Schermazing: Nicole Sherzinger replaces Kelly Rowland, joining Gary, Tulisa and Louis.
Series 10 (2013)(07 of11)
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She's BACK! Sharon Osbourne rejoins the panel after five years, replacing Tulisa and joining Louis, Gary and Nicole. (credit:Rex)
Series 11 (2014)(08 of11)
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REUNITED: Simon and Cheryl return alongside Louis Walsh and new judge Mel B. (credit:Syco/Thames/ITV)
Series 12 (2015)(09 of11)
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Bye bye Louis: Nick Grimshaw and Rita Ora replace Louis and Mel, as they join Simon and Cheryl on the panel. Meanwhile, Caroline Flack and Olly Murs step into Dermot's shoes as hosts. (credit:Twitter)
Series 13-14 (2016-17)(10 of11)
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A vintage line-up: Nicole, Louis and Sharon all stage sensational returns to the panel after the departures of Cheryl, Nick and Rita, while Dermot also returns as host. (credit:ITV)
Series 15 (2018)(11 of11)
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WTF?! Louis Tomlinson becomes the first former contestant to join the panel permanently, while Robbie joins the panel alongside his wife and 'Loose Women' panellist Ayda Field. (credit:Doug Peters/EMPICS Entertainment)