Rylan Clark's odds to host This Morning slashed as ITV bosses confirm Holly Willoughby's future

This Morning's Holly Willoughby was on holiday in Portugal when she discovered a barrister had been appointed to investigate Phillip Schofield's affair with a young ITV co-worker.

Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary have ignored Eamonn Holmes claims of a “total cover up” at ITV over Phillip Schofield's affair with a younger colleague, as they presented today's This Morning.The presenting duo kicked off Tuesday's show as they shared what was to come in the episode, noticeably ignoring Eamonn's bombshell claims as they covered current affairs. Both ITV and Phillip Schofield have said that the presenter lied to the broadcaster about his relationship with the younger colleague, but Eamonn has rubbished these claims during an interview on rival channel GB News on Monday night.

Rylan Clark has raised eyebrows among his fans after he took to social media with a very mysterious post which came just moments after Phillip Schofield announced he was stepping down from ITV.

Express. co. uk that she would love to see her sister-in-law Stacey Solomon, 33, and her big brother Joe Swash, 41, stepping into Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's shoes.

Amanda Holden has backed Dermot O’Leary to replace Phillip Schofield on This Morning after the line-up was thrown into chaos when he left the show after 21 years. Phillip, 61, stepped down from the breakfast telly show following reports of a feud with long-time co-host and friend, Holly Willoughby, 42. After the shock exit at the weekend, Holly announced she was taking a two-week half-term break, leaving Alison Hammond, 48, and Dermot, 50, to hold the fort in her absence.

This Morning fans have called on an existing member of the show to replace Phillip Schofield.

ITV has shared a statement addressing the rumours that Holly Willoughby was involved in Phillip Schofield's This Morning exit.

This Morning will see another new face on the presenting couch this week after its regular line-up was turned on its head following the sudden departure of long-time host Phillip Schofield. At the end of Tuesday's show, This Morning favourite Alison Hammond, 48, confirmed her regular co-presenter Dermot O'Leary, 49, would miss filming on Wednesday as he will be celebrating his milestone 50th birthday.

Phillip Schofield has left This Morning after more than 20 years, as he shared that he was concerned about the show “becoming the story" amid rumours of a rift between he and co-host Holly Willoughby. Holly, who will remain as one of the hosts of the flagship show, paid tribute to the star and said: “the sofa won’t feel the same without you.” Although plenty of fans are disappointed by Phillip’s departure, which reportedly came after a lengthy and growing feud with Holly, they’re also keen to find out who will be taking on the role as his replacement. Here are some of the most likely contenders… Alison Hammond Alison Hammond is a fan favourite among This Morning viewers, who have been clamouring for her to take Phillip's job.

Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary will fill in as hosts on This Morning on Monday following Phillip Schofield’s departure from the show, ITV has confirmed. On Saturday, Schofield announced he was stepping down from presenting the ITV talk show with “immediate effect” after more than 20 years on the programme.

Rylan Clark has announced he is taking a break from his radio show, just as he becomes one of the favourites to take over Phillip Schofield on This Morning. The TV and radio star is no stranger to the ITV daytime show having spent a significant time at the helm.

Fresh from presenting at the Eurovision Song Contest last weekend, Rylan Clark has officially announced he will be taking a break from his day job presenting his BBC 2 radio for a “fair few weeks.” The announcement came shortly after it was revealed that Phillip Schofield had sensationally quit his role as a presenter on This Morning after 21 years of delighting audiences with his laid back presenting style. Although no news has yet been shared about which star will take over from Phil, several names have been floated as a potential replacement, including Rylan himself.

Phillip Schofield is reportedly rejecting calls to quit This Morning amid his ongoing 'feud' with Holly Willoughby.

Phillip Schofield was left cutting a lonely figure as he was left to 'hold the fort' on This Morning. Before the ITV daytime show was back on air on Wednesday (May 17), Holly Willoughby confirmed that she would be taking early leave from the show.

Denise Welch has backed Rylan Clark to permanently host This Morning as reports of a rift between Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby continue. The duo put on a united front as they appeared side by side on the show this week.

It's been some week at work for Holly Willoughby as she and co-host Phillip Schofield continue to fend off rumours they are in the midst of a huge "feud" behind the scenes at the ITV studios.

Bookmakers have revealed the latest odds on who will most likely become a permanent This Morning presenter after either Phillip Schofield or Holly Willoughby will inevitably say goodbye following 14 years on screen together. The show is currently embroiled in controversy after the presenting duo hit headlines over their rumoured 'feud'.

Television presenting star Rylan Clark has made a veiled suggestion at an ongoing feud with an anonymous TV personality, with hints it could be This Morning presenter Philip Schofield.

Rylan Clark recently hinted that he had a secret feud with a fellow TV presenter but kept the name of the person under wraps, but now Kerry Katona has also dropped a bombshell about the person's identity.

Holly Willoughby and Phil Schofield have resumed business as usual after ITV bosses have had so-called “crisis talks” about their future on This Morning. The pair have been rocked by claims that they’ve fallen out in recent weeks, with Phil, 61, going on to address the reports directly as he hailed Holly, 42, as his “rock”. But, the hosting duo – who have been a staple on This Morning since 2009 – put on a friendly display with one another once again on Tuesday 16 May, despite claims of a "feud" between the pair.