John & Edward 'to sign record deal'

John & Edward are close to signing a record deal, according to their X Factor mentor Louis Walsh.

The Irish twins, who survived last week's elimination after the vote went to deadlock, have reportedly attracted "huge interest" from record labels.

"Jedward will soon sign a record deal, there is huge interest in them and they'll be making pop records and having the time of their lives," Walsh told Sky News.

"As far as I'm concerned they have won already because they have proved Simon wrong. I'll be happy if we get one more week but they can keep going and going."

Walsh revealed that the pair may end up singing 'Under Pressure' on The X Factor this Saturday in Queen week.

"I think it's totally appropriate given how they keep getting through against the odds," Walsh said.

"It's a pity that the people of Ireland can't vote because their support could really swing this for the two boys, I'm absolutely sure of it."

Walsh recently complained that Dublin-born John & Edward are at a disadvantage because Irish viewers are unable to vote for their favourite contestants.