MasterChef BATTLE OF THE JUDGES HEATS UP!

As Andy and Mel renegotiate their deal, superstar names are waiting in the wings

There's been lots of speculation about whether Andy Allen and Melissa Leong will return to the MasterChef Australia kitchen next year. And just weeks after Woman's Day first revealed discussions around the late Jock Zonfrillo's replacement had begun, we've now been told another shake-up could be set to take place.

Jamie Oliver, Curtis Stone, Shannon Bennett, Poh Ling Yeow and Julie Goodwin have all been approached to return next year as guest judges, however their contracts are said to "leave room" for a larger capacity role if needed.