Gretchen Rossi Reportedly ‘In Talks’ To Return To RHOC!

New casting rumors continue to circulate all over media outlets regarding the upcoming thirteen season of The Real Housewives of Orange County. The latest rumor is that former cast member Gretchen Rossi is may return to the Bravo hit reality series.

“They’re strongly considering bringing Gretchen back next season,” a source told Radar Online. “They need an antagonist to create some drama.”

Apparently, Rossi is willing to return to RHOC only if she's given a pay raise.

“Gretchen is willing to return, but producers know she will only sign if they offer the kind of money she can’t refuse,” a production insider told Radar Online, adding that Rossi wants a comparable salary to that of RHOC standouts Judge and Vicki Gunvalson.

But insiders claimed execs think she’s worth the big check!

“Producers for RHOC know that they need someone who is going to bring the drama, and Gretchen will certainly do just that,” a network insider said.

“Gretchen will never, ever make up with Tamra. The two hate each other so much and it does not matter to Gretchen whether or not Vicki let it go because she will not.”

Despite her feud with Judge, Rossi has Gunvalson on her side as a close friend.

Radar previously reported that both Lydia McLaughlin and Peggy Sulahian were fired from the show. However, Peggy and her husband Diko took to social media to deny such claims.

Meanwhile, a rep for Bravo said “no decisions” have been made regarding next season’s cast.

However, All Things Real Housewives' sources reveal that negations for contracts begin in January. “The ladies really enjoy their time off,” the source said by adding, “they are always given a break between wrapping and contract negotiations for next season.”

Who do you want to see back on RHOC for Season 13? Sound off in the comments below!

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