A Married At First Sight breakout star is set to replace expert Mel Schilling.

Lucinda Light, a fan favourite on the eleventh season of the hit Nine reality TV series, is ‘already being primed’ to take over from Schilling according to Woman’s Day.

An insider told the magazine that Schilling’s health woes may play into the decision, with the UK-based TV star not ‘looking to travel as much’ given her recent cancer diagnosis.

The 52-year-old was diagnosed with bowel cancer just before Christmas and recently began chemotherapy.

Light, 43, addressed the rumours, telling the publication she would jump at the chance to remain with the hit franchise.

A Married At First Sight breakout star is set to replace expert Mel Schilling (pictured)

Lucinda Light (pictured) a fan favourite on the eleventh season of the hit Nine reality TV series, is ‘already being primed’ to take over from Schilling according to Woman’s Day

‘If given the opportunity to be a relationship expert on a show like Married At First Sight, I would strive to infuse the experience with additional resources and tools to help participants communicate effectively and strengthen their bonds,’ she told Woman’s Day.

Lucinda has been paired with Victorian business owner Timothy, 51, on the show’s current season. 

The news comes after Schilling began her chemotherapy journey in the UK this week after her recent surgery to have a tumour removed.

In series of Instagram Stories on Monday, Mel could be seen outside Kingston Hospital in England, where she’s currently staying while she films MAFS UK.

‘So here I am, day one of chemo,’ Mel said as she rugged up against the cold with a massive puffer jacket and scarf. 

‘I have so much stuff with me thanks to all the advice I had on what to bring. It’s like I’m moving in for six weeks. Here it goes.’

Schilling, 52, began her chemotherapy journey in the UK this week after her recent surgery to have a tumour removed 

Despite her health woes, Mel appeared incredibly radiant and positive as she updated her fans, throwing her golden locks up into a high bun.

She hung a massive bag on her arm, packed full of all her essential items, including a very soft looking blanket. 

The Aussie dating expert continued to share videos and pictures of her stay in hospital, including one selfie with her Irish husband Gareth Brisbane.

The Channel Nine star who was diagnosed with bowel cancer just before Christmas, gave the health update on Monday with a series of Instagram Stories

‘It takes all of us to fight cancer, My number one support,’ Mel captioned the photo as she cuddled up with her partner who wore a brave smile for the occasion.

Another video saw Mel preparing for ‘infusion time’ with a table of delicious snacks which included roasted cashews, peanut M&Ms, blueberries and a coffee.

The final video Mel shared during her first round of chemo was overlaid with Christina Aguilera’s hit Fighter as the MAFS star left the hospital with a peace sign. 

Despite her health woes, Mel appeared incredibly radiant and positive as she underwent her chemo journey with Irish husband Gareth Brisbane (right)

It comes after Mel revealed the agony she was left in before her bowel cancer diagnosis, admitting there were times she ‘could have gone to that dark place’.  

Mel was diagnosed with the disease just before Christmas after she began experiencing symptoms while filming the Australian version of the show.

Speaking to New! magazine, Mel recalled the severe pain she was in while at work, saying: ‘I was doubled over and shouting – the pain was so intense.’

Her doctors originally thought her symptoms were simply constipation, but Mel got a second opinion from a London gastroenterologist after losing her appetite.