No jungle for me, says Alex Salmond

Mr Salmond, who lost his Westminster seat of Gordon in last month's general election, quipped that Theresa May ought to take his slot - suggesting she will be replaced as Prime Minister in the near future.

The ITV show is due to return for a 17th series in December after Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt was crowned Queen of the jungle last year.

Mr Salmond told the Sun: "I am still a big fan of the show but the answer has to be a reluctant 'no, thank you'.

"I maintain my aversion to creepy crawlies. In any case, I would not wish to take the place of Theresa May who should be available by October or so."