(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Simon Cowell thinks Rihanna is the perfect choice to work on The X Factor, and is desperate to sign her up.

The music mogul is set to take the popular British television show stateside this year, but is yet to announce who will be on the judging panel. He also hasnt revealed whether he will continue work on the UK version of the singing contest, although it is expected he will take time away from it to concentrate on the new project.

Simon is now said to be keen to get Rihanna involved with the programme, and think she would wow television audiences.

To get her on the show would give it real star power, a source explained to Look. Nicole Scherzinger and Cheryl Cole are also being considered for places on the judging panel, because theyve got a proven track record of being great judges, but that doesnt rule Rihanna out. She has a massive appeal and a real edge to her. Simon knows she wouldnt be afraid to give her opinion.

Simon and Rihanna have reportedly already met in Los Angeles to discuss the venture. He is said to have offered her a guest judging spot or mentoring position if she is too busy to commit to working on the whole series. (C) Cover Media