Michelle Keegan 'to battle it out' with Maya Jama for Bond role

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Michelle Keegan and Maya Jama are rumoured to be in contention for the role of the next Bond Girl. Bookmakers suggest they are the strongest contenders for the prestigious gig with the iconic spy thriller poised to start filming later this year.The rumour mill has been working overtime after reports emerged this week that Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been offered the role of James Bond for the next instalment.

Leading bookmaker Coral suggests Michelle and Maya are both in the running to be the next Bond girl.The Love Island host's odds have halved to a stunning 5-1 while Michelle's odds stand at solid 4-5 and is said to be keen for a big-time film role.

Coral spokesman John Hill added: "Many punters believe Michelle Keegan will join Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the next Bond film as the female lead.The Fool Me Once star is now odds-on in our betting to be involved.

But we have also seen some outside support for Maya Jama.The Love Island presenter has had her odds slashed in half to be the female lead." It comes after an insider told The Sun a "formal offer is on the table" for Aaron to take over as James Bond.