Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield present This Morning as normal on Monday (15 May) amid rumours of a fallout.

It has been reported that the relationship between the two co-hosts is strained and that they “barely speak” off camera.

Schofield has acknowledged that “the last few weeks haven’t been easy” but has also been keen to put a stop to the talk, stating: “We’re the best of friends”.

“Holly has always been there for me, through thick and thin. And I’ve been there for her,” his statement added.

Willoughby, meanwhile, has not commented.