A bidding war is reportedly underway to get David Bowie to make his return to the live stage after an eight year hiatus.

Live Nation is said to have put forward a multi-million pound offer for the musician to play the Olympic Park in East London next year while AEG are expected to make an offer shortly, according to The Mirror.

Bowie’s last performance was with Alicia Keys in 2006. He stopped touring after a heart attack on stage ...