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Film producers are apparently "desperate" to sign up the 27-year-old as a replacement for Pierce Brosnan, who retires from the role after the next movie.
"They are pulling out all the stops to get him," said a source. "Orlando would be perfect for the part as he's got the looks, the charm, the accent and the high profile that would make Bond even more popular.
"They want to move away from the traditional image of James Bond - the older, suave gentleman - and believe a younger, trendier actor will attract new fans."
A spokesman for Bloom said that "no decision had been made" about the role.
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