Cheryl Cole confirmed for US X Factor?

L.A. Reid has claimed Cheryl Cole will be a judge on the US version of the The X Factor.

According to the record producer, the British pop singer who is already a judge on the UK version of the talent search show will join, show bossSimon Cowell and a mystery third person on the panel when it launches in September.

“We’re gonna compete againstAmerican Idol, which is just fine,” Reid said. “I’m very confident. But along with Simon Cowell and Cheryl, I don’t know who the other judge is.”

Simon is thought to have pushed TV bosses at network Fox, who are making the series, to sign up Cheryl even though she has a relatively low profile stateside.

“He believes Cheryl has that rare ability to connect with viewers that few others have,” a source said.

“Even though she is still relatively unknown, Simon told Fox TV executives that Cheryl will prove an instant success with viewers when the series begins.”

Speculation as to who the third judge will be has included Paula Abdul, Katy Perry,Nicole Scherzinger, George Michael and Nicki Minaj, while music legend Stevie Wonder also put himself forward over the weekend.

“Simon should give me a buzz,” said Stevie. “I love X Factor and to be a judge would be great. Seeking out for new talent? I have an ear for it.”