Here is who is in the running to replace Phillip Schofield as host of This Morning

Dermot O'Leary is currently the frontrunner to replace Schofield 

Following Philip Schofield's departure, here is a look at the runners and riders who could replace him on the sofa

Phillip Schofield has stepped down from hosting This Morning after more than 20 years on the ITV programme.

The broadcaster has said Holly Willoughby, who Schofield has hosted alongside since 2009, will remain on the show and will “co-present with members of the This Morning family” for now.