Olly Murs has opened up on his feelings for fellow X Factor employee Nicole Scherzinger.

The former Pussycat Dolls singer was snapped up the UK edition of the TV talent show earlier this year as a replacement for the departing Kelly Rowland.

Murs, who presents spin-off show the Xtra Factor, told the Metro that Scherzinger's striking looks tickle his fancy.

However, he is appreciative of the fact that she has a boyfriend - Formula One racing driver Lewis Hamilton - meaning that he has to keep his hands off. Murs said:

"I think most of the men in Britain have a crush on her, who wouldn't? She has a boyfriend, though, and I'm respectful of that. Let's just say I'm window shopping - I can look but not touch."