Producers are desperate to sign The Mummy star, 40 - but want her to play the spy's arch enemy.
Her character would be head of the sinister organisation behind the villainy in Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace rather than Bond's love interest.
But there are fears she could turn down the role because of her romance with leading man Daniel.
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An insider said: "Casting Rachel was going to be a surprise twist as everyone would assume she'd be a Bond girl when really she would play a villain. But the fly in the ointment is that they are now dating."
Rachel and Daniel, 42, enjoyed a romantic Christmas break after both split from their partners.
Meanwhile, The Sun has learned that pre-production for the 23rd 007 instalment is well under way after producers overcame financial troubles that had left its future in doubt last year.
The film - due out next year - is tipped to be called Red Sky At Night. But Ian Fleming's three remaining titles The Property of a Lady, Risico and The Hildebrand Rarity are also being mooted.
Luxury brands Aston Martin, Sony and Omega are being wooed as sponsors. And planned stunts could include a death-defying winter sports chase.
Our source said: "This is going to be the biggest of all Daniel Craig's films."
l.connolly@the-sun.co.uk
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