Payne recently announced he had signed a solo record deal and will now be looked after by Doyen Global as he bids to take the music world by storm, reported
It is thought they will focus on making Payne, who is currently dating Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, a huge star in the same why they have turned David into a global icon.
"Liam has made a bold move going solo so why not go for management of the highest calibre. He also already has a huge profile so the scope to increase his brand further is obvious. Being one half of one of the most recognisable couples in Britain obvious helps," a source said.
"Liam probably enjoyed the limelight the least after Zayn Malik in One Direction. He enjoyed the recording and creative process, so that was the way he was heading.
"But being with Cheryl has given him the drive to break through himself. He knows she will be his unofficial mentor too.
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