The rumour mill has been in overdrive when it comes to who’ll be the next James Bond – and presenter Richard Osman has now shared the 007 name that’s been revealed to him.

In the latest episode of the The Rest Is Entertainment podcast, the former Pointless star said that a Scottish actor is being “strongly considered” for the iconic role.

He tells co-host Marina Hyde: "The name I’ve heard is Jack Lowden.

“It is definitively not a 'he's definitely got it' thing. He is definitely being strongly considered. I think he'd be amazing.”

Hyde concurs that, at 36, Lowden is at “a good age” to play 007, with Osman adding: “I think Jack Lowden would be an incredible Bond. He’s got real Daniel Craig energy.”

In recent months, Wuthering Heights star Jacob Elordi and Masters of the Air actor Callum Turner have frequently been touted as the frontrunners for the role.

Nina Gold – one of the best-known and well-respected casting directors in Hollywood – is overseeing the search for the next Bond. Gold’s previous projects include Slow Horses, in which Lowden stars alongside Gary Oldman.

Dune director Denis Villeneuve will be at the helm of the next Bond film and it’s believed Amazon MGM Studios is working towards a 2028 release date.