Will.I.Am is being lined up already for the next series of The Voice UK. But he will be returning without his fellow judges Jessie J and Danny O'Donoghue, who both announced their departures in July.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Will I Am will reprise his judges seat along with Tom Jones for the third series of the popular show. The news of his return comes after The Black Eyed Peas singer  was rumoured to be joining the next season of American Idol. Will I Am was apparently in talks to star on the show alongside Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban but decided to take the job at The Voice instead.

It is not yet known who else will take the now two empty judges seats. Cheryl Cole has ruled out the possibility of her being a judge on the show where as Olly Murs would only be delighted if he was asked. The Voice UK returns to our screens next year.