American Idol bosses wants Miley Cyrus to replace Katy Perry but has concerns

American Idol bosses wants Miley Cyrus to replace Katy Perry but has concerns.

A source told DailyMail, 'Names like Jennifer Lopez and Shania Twain... are in the frame because they have worked on the show before and are 'safe' faces, but there is a push for Miley'.

'She is a younger star with an audience that has grown up with her as Hannah Montana and is a celebrated pop star in her own right'.

'Some senior figures at ABC have concerns about the risqué and open nature of Miley saying or doing something which is not necessarily family-friendly.'

'A return from the past is on the cards. J.Lo will be asked to come back. When people come back, things work... people like nostalgia, and people like Jen. It would be a big get to get her back.'

'The show could also go younger and have a younger voice in the mix, because if they keep Luke and Lionel, they want someone who is a bit of a firecracker'.

'They would consider changing the entire panel if need be, even though they love Lionel and Luke.'

'Show host Ryan [Seacrest] has told higher-ups to go for someone that is out of the box if they do a complete overhaul,' the source continued. 'No one thought Steven Tyler was going to be what he was and he was a fun choice.

'Right now every option is on the table, it will take a few months to figure out full details and a replacement, but Ryan is having them think outside the box.'

'There are a lot of people who want this job, everyone will be considered, and they have a long time to figure it out. 

'They are going to enjoy the ride and honor Katy's last year and announce her replacement around the finale or when they officially get the green light for a return next season.'