Cheryl Cole has revealed a long-standing desire to work with Justin Timberlake.

The former 'N Sync man engineered a successful solo career after the band went on hiatus in 2002, churning out hits like 'Cry Me A River'.

Speaking to That Grape Juice recently, Cole said that she has always wanted to collaborate with Timberlake - and the 'Call My Name' singer reckons that they should do something soon. When asked who she would like to work with, she said:

"Once upon a time I would have said Justin Timberlake. I'm sure he's going to come back with something banging.

Cole added: "I should make it happen, shouldn't I?"

The former X Factor judge added that she isn't thinking about her solo career again until after Girls Aloud head out on their 10th anniversary reunion tour next year. She said:

"I'm going on tour with Girls Aloud in February. So until then, really, honestly my mind is chaotic mode, I can't even think [about a new album] - I'm not even nearly thinking about anything else."