Three-time Olympics gold medallist Max Whitlock is reportedly holding discussions about being part of this year's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!
The 31-year-old - Team GB's most successful gymnast in history - called time on his sporting career this summer, with the Paris Games serving as his swansong after 14 years of representing the national team.
I'm A Celeb is known for featuring sporting stars in its annual lineup and in recent years the jungle has welcomed the likes of boxer Tony Bellew, England footballer Jill Scott, French footballing legend David Ginola, runner Mo Farah and ex-England rugby player James Haskell.
A source told The Sun: "Max has met with the I'm A Celebrity bookers and talks are ongoing. He is a huge fan of the show and has been keen to take part for years.
"This is the first time ITV have invited him to meet and they think Max could be a brilliant contestant.
"Max has good looks, charm and is super competitive, which would come in handy when it comes to the Bushtucker trials.
"Now he has left gymnastics behind him there is no better time for Max to spread his wings and he is hopeful this could be the start of an exciting career in TV."
The new series is due to get underway on ITV as usual in mid-November.
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