Panicked Love Island bosses locked in crisis talks as they're 'nowhere near' signing new host after Maya Jama blindsided ITV by quitting dating show

She shocked Love Island fans and even ITV executives when she announced she had quit the show after nine series on Sunday night.And now it can be revealed panicked bosses at the top level of the broadcaster have been locked in crisis meetings ever since Maya Jama's public resignation, as they are 'nowhere near' signing a new host with just weeks until pre-production begins on the new series.But now the panicked bosses at the top level of the broadcaster have been locked in crisis meetings ever since Maya Jama's public resignation, as they are 'nowhere near' signing a new host with just weeks until pre-production begins on the new series.An insider said: ‘There are crisis conversations going on at the top level of ITV between commissioners and senior producers as well as Lifted Entertainment [the show's production company] about what’s happened.‘Love Island is not only a staple brand for them, but also a massive revenue earner. They have multiple sponsors for each series who have been spooked, as they were told Maya was returning to the show, because she led ITV to believe she was.’The Daily Mail understands Maya and her team had delayed the signing of her new contract but she was due to take part in a promo shoot for the upcoming All Stars series later this month, only to inform them at the last minute she would not be returning.The source continued: ‘She [Maya] has left them all furious over how she handled everything. Panicked ITV bosses have been locked in crisis talks ever since Maya Jama announced her resignation on Sunday evening as they have 'no idea' who will replace her ‘They genuinely have no idea who will replace her. You hear there are names in the running for the role but the truth is they have contacted none of the names.‘Right now the show has no host and pre-production is due to begin in two weeks. Obviously there have been multiple hosts but changes like this have never happened so close to a series.’An ITV spokesperson told the Daily Mail: 'There is no crisis. We absolutely wish Maya well and will confirm plans for Love Island 2027 in due course.' Announcing her exit from the dating show, Maya told fans how ‘all good things must come to an end’ and that it was ‘time to throw myself into something new’.Just a day later, she confirmed a news report which revealed she had signed a golden handcuffs deal with Netflix.It is understood she will front a number of yet-to-be-announced titles for the streaming giant.The deal comes after she made her acting debut earlier this year in their hit Guy Ritchie drama The Gentlemen.Maya stars as Aisha, the wife of Prince Amir bin Abdullah al-Hadidi, who is a criminal associate of Theo James’ main character Eddie Horniman.Love Island will return in January with its All Stars edition, its 17th overall to air.Former stars Olivia Attwood, Indiyah Polack and Chloe Burrows are rumoured to be contenders as Maya’s replacement, as well as influencer GK Barry.An ITV spokesman previously told the Daily Mail of Maya’s departure: 'Maya has been a fantastic and much loved host on Love Island - we thank her for everything she has brought to the show over the last three years and wish her every continued success.'Alongside a montage of her best bits, Maya told fans: 'What an incredible era and what an unforgettable time I’ve had, it’s been far too much fun to put into words or a video..but as all good things must come to an end, it’s my time to step down as the host of my beloved Love Island. 'Firstly, I want to thank all of the people who rooted so hard for me to host the show in the first place. I wouldn’t change a thing.'To the fans of the show, thank you for every supportive message and every single time you’ve tuned in during my time as host, I’m forever grateful to you all. The show really does belong to the people who watch it and embrace it year after year. Announcing her exit from the dating show, Maya told fans how ‘all good things must come to an end’ and that it was ‘time to throw myself into something new’'Biggest thanks to the incredible production team, I’ve seen firsthand how you work your asses off for months every year to bring this iconic show to life.'She continued: 'I started hosting the show aged 28 and during the 9 incredible series met the most wonderful humans along the way. I’ve loved every slow-mo walk, fire pit and live show. I’ll forever be grateful for the experience.'But I’ve always believed that to truly grow, you have to take a leap every now and then, and now is my time to throw myself into something new.'While my own Love Island journey has come to an end, I wish the show and the team all the success in the world, I’ll be cheering you lot on from the sidelines forever.'