DEATH in Paradise fans think they may have 'worked out' the replacement for Ralf Little.
The actor has starred as Detective Inspector Neville Parker from the ninth instalment of the show since 2020.
Fans were left absolutely devastated when Ralf, 44, stepped away from the role after the most recent series.
The character had a happy ending as he sailed away with DS Florence Cassell on the BBC show.
But speculation is mounting on who will be the next star to step into the shoes of the leader of the Saint Marie squad on Death In Paradise.
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And die-hard fans think they must have cracked the code and they are convinced they could see the return of a fan favourite.
It's been rumoured that Jaye Griffiths, 60, could be a potential candidate to fill the coveted role.
She was previously seen on the show as DI Karen Flitcroft who joined the squad in the twelfth instalment.
The character was tasked with cracking the case of the murder of criminologist David Cartwright, a crime Neville was the prime suspect for.
Viewers took to social media as they begged bosses to bring the star back to the show.
One fan asked: "Jaye Griffiths was terrific as DI Karen Flitcroft. Will she be back? Here's hoping."
"I wonder if we will get Jaye Griffiths, think her character from last year could be a good redemption for her character," noted another user.
As a third suggested: "Next Detective Inspector could be female but it's not Florence. I will have a bet on the excellent Jaye Griffiths as Detective Inspector Karen Flitcroft."
Whilst a fourth viewer said: "If Ralf is ever replaced, he should replaced by Jaye Griffiths."
And a fifth fan begged: "Please, please, please can Jaye Griffiths be the next DI on the island!"
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At the time of his departure, Ralf reflected on his time on four series of the show as he thanked the devoted fans for their support.
He gushed: "It has been an absolute privilege and pleasure to bring Neville Parker to all of you and to share his really quite profound journey with you.
"I can't thank you all enough for the support over the last four-and-a-half years and as Neville heads off for new challenges and adventures and I head off for new challenges and adventures.
"When I look back at the time I spent on Death In Paradise, the way everyone took Neville into their hearts, it really has been one of the most magical and profound experiences of my entire life.
"If it wasn't for all of you, I'd have never of got to do it. So thank you, so so much! What next for the show? Well, I couldn't even tell you if I did know but I don't! I don't know!"
The actor added: "But what I do know is that the team that makes it, the producers, the writers, directors, all the crew, guest cast and of course my absolutely magnificent co-stars.
"They know what they're doing and the future is in good hands! So I'll be watching series 14 along with you guys with the same excitement you all will. I can't wait to see what happens next!"
