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The men provided only their first names to The Times, citing job security concerns.

Payne was one of the most recognisable names in pop, after rising to fame on the X Factor in the 2010s.

Stewart, who refrained from naming names in her documentary, said she had “no idea” why Peyser assumed Stewart was dissing her.

Ms Pelicot was also asked why she continued to use her ex-husband's name when her own children had been using other names.

The reports suggest the lure of money - with 40 £1m-a-season contracts reportedly on offer for marquee players - and greater periods of rest, will attract big names.