Franz Ferdinand chasing Xmas top spot

Scottish rockers Franz Ferdinand have set their sights on landing the coveted Christmas number one spot on the UK singles chart later this year.

A single released in November would put them in competition with Cliff Richard, traditionally a strong favourite for the festive crown, who is bringing out a collaboration with operatic boyband G4.

Frontman Alex Kapranos says: "It would be great to get the Christmas number one. I suppose we could even write something special for Christmas. I think Santa Loves Franz Ferdinand sounds pretty good."

Bassist Bob Hardy adds: "We could follow it up with The Easter Bunny And Franz.