Although executive producer Nigel Lythgoe did announce that Jennifer Lopez would be back as a a judge on ‘American Idol,’ it seems that a formal announcement should be coming soon. It is rumored that Fox will announce on Monday that Lopez will be returning, states E! News. Along with that, it is reported that Lopez’s contract with the show is just for one more season.

It is reported that Lopez has signed on again after going after an alleged $20 million deal. She reportedly had to finalize the time commitment issue, but it seems that everything has been settled. Now, fans are just waiting for the official announcement with all three judges back in action. How much do you think Jennifer Lopez got?