A new 007? Aaron Taylor-Johnson has received an official offer to play James Bond

Aaron Taylor-Johnson has reportedly received a “formal offer” to play James Bond.

Eon Productions, which produces the James Bond films, expects the 33-year-old actor to take on the coveted role – which was recently vacated by Daniel Craig after 15 years as the suave spy – and it looks like filming on a new film in the franchise could begin this year.

A source told The Sun newspaper: “Bond is Aaron’s job, if he wants to take it. The official offer is on the table and they are waiting for a response.

“As for Eon, Aaron will be signing his contract in the next few days and they can start preparing for the big announcement.”

The ‘Kick-Ass’ actor – who is married to director Sam Taylor-Johnson, 57 – is a 2/1 favourite with bookmaker Coral to take on the role, while Henry Cavill (7/2) and Idris Elba (9/2) have also been mentioned as possible replacements for Daniel, who left the 007 franchise after 2021’s ‘No Time to Die’.

Aaron recently admitted that it was “lovely” that he was closely linked to the iconic film role.

Speaking to Numero magazine recently about the speculation, he said: “I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in this role. I take it as a great compliment.”

In August, Aaron insisted he was not focusing on speculation he could be the next Bond.

He told Esquire magazine at the time: “I have to go at my own pace. It’s my own path, which feels intuitive to me.”

“I have never made a decision based on other people’s views, judgments or expectations. You lose your mind if you do that. Your sense of worth and soul disappears.

“You have to understand what is essential to you and what feels right to you, and you have to stay on track with what is in front of you. Kraven is what is in front of me.”

When asked what he thought about the role of James Bond, he replied: “I’m just focusing on the things I can get my hands on at the moment.

“What is in front of me right now.”