Ed Sheeran now odds-on for Christmas number one

Ed Sheeran is in pole position to land the coveted Christmas number one spot, according to our traders.

Sheeran released a new version of his single ‘Perfect’ featuring Beyonce last week.

The combo of the two pop powerhouses means it’s just 4/7 to top the charts on December 25.

X Factor winners Rak-Su could be their biggest competition at 4/1.

Wham! were the early favourites but ‘Last Christmas’ has been pushed out to 5/1.

Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: “Ed Sheeran has released a new track at the perfect time of the year if he’s to claim the festive top spot, and plenty are fancying him to do exactly that.”

Ladbrokes Latest Betting:

2017 Official UK Christmas Number One

Ed Sheeran (ft. Beyonce) – 4/7

Rak-Su – 4/1

Wham! – Last Christmas – 5/1

Choirs with Purpose – 8/1

Eminem – 8/1

Mariah Carey – 8/1

16/1 bar

All Odds and Markets correct as of date of publication