Zayn Malik is 'planning to cut ties with Simon Cowell in order to pursue a rap career with the help of 50 Cent'

All eyes are on Zayn Malik as fans wait to see what musical direction he will take as a solo artist.

And the former One Direction star might be opting for a surprising switch in gear as reports have emerged claiming that the star could be eyeing up a rap career.

According to the Sunday Mirror, Zayn is allegedly planning to leave his deal with Simon Cowell’s label, Syco, in order to sign a new deal with American hip-hop artist, 50 Cent.

Career change: Former One Direction star Zayn Malik might be opting for a surprising switch in gear as reports have emerged claiming that the star could be eyeing up a rap career

He told the  newspaper: ‘I want it to happen. I can make him a lot of money and he can make me a lot of money.

‘The point I am making is he needs to be working with the right producers, artists, and people in the genre. Some of the pop star rappers are a little cringe, and he doesn't want that.’

Joining G Unit? Zayn is allegedly planning to leave his deal with Simon Cowell’s label, Syco, in order to sign a new deal with American hip-hop artist, 50 Cent