One Direction star Niall Horan snubs Simon Cowell’s Syco for solo deal with Universal
NIALL HORAN has snubbed Simon Cowell’s One Direction Syco label for a solo deal with Universal Music Group.
Niall has signed a solo deal with Universal Music Group
The 22-year-old star went with Universal, a US source revealed.
They said: “This will come as a real blow to Cowell who has been talking to Niall for months, wanting him to sign a deal with his label Syco.
“He made a number of big money offers to try and persuade Niall to sign up but, in the end, Universal came in and put even more money on the table.
“They’re chuffed to have got one over on Cowell and have taken one of 1D.”
One Direction are signed with Simon Cowell's Syco label
Originally Universal’s Capitol were hoping for a solo deal with Harry Styles.
After Styles decided to go with Sony the music group focused on One Direction’s other band members.
Styles cut ties with One Direction and Cowell’s label back in May.
The source continued: “Universal said they would pay Niall whatever it took.
“They heard his solo music and they all think it’s got good potential.
"They really had to throw the dollars at him but they think it’s worth it.”
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The source added: “Cowell will be unhappy about it.
“But Niall’s thrilled. He’s been telling pals he is really excited about his new music and this solo deal.
“It’s anyone’s guess where this decision leaves One Direction now.”