Former Spice Girl Mel B is being courted to replace Australian pop star Dannii Minogue on Britain’s hit talent show The X Factor.

Show founder and British music mogul Simon Cowell is seeking a new judge for the 2010 season of the hugely-popular singing contest after Dannii told him she wants to quit the program to start a family. Simon now has his sights set on Mel B as Dannii’s replacement.

A source tells Britain’s Daily Mirror: “Simon thinks Mel could be brilliant as she is outspoken, down-to-earth and won’t hold back. There were times during the current series that he felt things were a bit boring and he is certain sparks will fly with her on board.”