Ms Ridge, who presents Sky s flagship Sunday morning programme, and Ms Asthana are thought to be battling with internal BBC candidates Faisal Islam and Alex Forsyth
The Pointless host, 51, embarked on a romantic relationship with Doctor Who star Ingrid last summer after knowing her on a platonic basis for many years.
According to friends, Richard Osman s House Of Games contestant Ingrid Oliver has found love with the TV presenter and been invited to move into his new home in West London.