One direction star Niall Horan is reportedly in talks with band's label Syco to sign a deal for his own music.
Niall's bandmates, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson, are all keeping busy with their own projects, putting the future of the band in doubt, reported Female First
"Niall is the band's secret weapon - Modest Management and Syco believe he has what it takes to become a solo star.
"He has the songwriting and music talent, good looks and cheeky Irish personality which made him a favourite in the States. A deal with Syco is going to be signed in the coming weeks and Niall is already back in the studio writing.
"There's a hit single there too, which will probably be released early next year.
