Avril Lavigne to join 'X Factor' USA?

Avril Lavigne is reportedly in the running to become a judge on The X Factor USA.

The singer, who was discovered by current judge LA Reid, has apparently contacted the show's producers to inform them that she's interested in the job.



Lavigne believes she can mentor the X Factor USA acts as she entered the music industry at an early age, TMZ reports.

Show bosses are said to be negotiating a deal with the 'Sk8er Boi' star.

Lavigne performed with contestant Chris Rene on the season one finale of The X Factor USA and has previously served as a guest judge on American Idol.

There are two slots to fill on the judging panel after both Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger were axed from the show.

Host Steve Jones will also be replaced, with Simon Cowell confirming that he plans to hire two new hosts.