Matt Cardle Dating X Factor Stylist?

Rebecca Ferguson.

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An insider told the newspaper: "Matt is smitten. He tried to hide his feelings for a long time but he just feels so strongly about Grace. Anyone who met her would see why. She is stunning, not only on the outside but inside too."

“Simon warned the contestants about striking up relationships with fellow singers, he kind of figured it meant his staff too. He wants the best for all the contestants and for there to be no distractions.”

They continued: “They have become very close and he finds it easy to relax around her. They constantly have their arms around each other. It’s not like they can go out on dates but they have been caught cuddling and have shared a kiss or three. They are both single so they don’t see any harm in this.”

Sources have also suggested that Cardle is 'obsessed' with Grace and is spending a lot of time with the Dannii Minogue, claiming that she is doing a 'wonderful job' guiding himself, Paije Richardson andAiden Grimshaw through the final shows.

Cardle said in his latest video diary: "I just want to say a big thank you to Dannii for being so amazing with the boys. I know she's super busy but she still has time, all the time for us,"

"She's on the other end of the phone if we've got any problems or anything and she's in the studio getting right hands on. She's just doing such a wonderful job and it reflects in the fact that the boys keep coming through every Sunday."

He added: "That's got a lot to do with how Dannii and her team are being with us. We're all very, very appreciative of what she's doing - We love you Dan! Thank you so much."

Matt is currently still the bookies favourite to take home the XF title, with Rebecca Ferguson and One Direction being named as his closest rivals.