Adam Lambert: 'No rivalry with Kris Allen'

Adam Lambert has reportedly described speculation of a rivalry between himself and former American Idol co-star Kris Allen as "so old".

The 'Whataya Want From Me' star - who finished runner-up to Allen on the Fox competition last season - told OK that the two singers "really respect" each other.

"It's so old. If there was ever a rivalry it would have been last year and that wasn't the case. He and I get along so well. We're so different," he is quoted as saying.

"People can try and pit us against each other, it's never going to happen. We really respect each other. So, they can keep dreaming!"

The 28-year-old previously told Beatweek magazine that he and Allen maintained a good friendship despite their differences because they were "both willing and wanted to and had the desire to get along".

Lambert is currently rehearsing for his Glam Nation Tour, which kicks off next month.