BBC dismisses claims as 'pure and utter speculation' after insiders say Strictly's new presenting trio must go after one series

Comedian Josh Widdicombe is reportedly the host whose future is most in doubt, with Emma Willis reportedly more likely to survive any shake-up. Johannes Radebe could reportedly be moved onto the judging panel. A return to a traditional two-host format is reportedly being weighed after more than a million loyal viewers switched off. Strictly staff are understood to know of no line-up changes.

The show has reportedly become 'a laughing stock' and 'the butt of jokes'.

Widdicombe reportedly hangs around Willis 'like an uncool boy at school'.

There is reportedly a wish among some that bosses had picked Zoe Ball or Rylan Clark instead.