Nicki Minaj is reportedly close to signing a deal to join Mariah Carey on the judging panel of “American Idol”.

One insider revealed, “I’m not sure The Deal is completely done yet, but yes, she is definitely doing it. A few more slight things to sign off on but it is happening.”

Another source stated, “She is 100 per cent confirmed to judge American Idol”.

Minaj will join Mariah Carey on the judge’s panel, following the departures of Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler.

Nick Jonas is also said to be in the running to be a judge on the talent competition, with original judge Randy Jackson serving as a mentor to the contestants.