Cheryl Cole is to become a household name in the United States and will model her career onJennifer Lopez, according to reports.

The team behind Cheryl’s US assault are paying close attention to the way J-Lo has used her position as anAmerican Idoljudge to relaunch her singing career. The video for the diva’s comeback single, On The Floor, premiered on the top-rating show and went on to give Jennifer the highest chart debut of her career.

Now a master plan has been drawn up to ensure the Geordie star goes down a storm in the States. "A very detailed strategy to make sure Cheryl is a success is in place,” a source told News of the World. “Within a year she's expected to be one of the biggest names in America.

"Every major magazine and TV channel is desperate to be involved with her. They know she's going to become a major pop culture phenomenon as soon as the deal is announced."

According to reports, Chezza is also getting tips from American Idol host Ryan Seacrest, one of the most well-connected people in Hollywood, who happens to be dating Derek Hough’s sister.