Sources close to PKR are pointing to former education minister Dr Maszlee Malik as a frontrunner for the party's slate in the upcoming Johor election, according to political observers in Johor Baru.

The speculation underscores PKR's strategy to field experienced candidates with ministerial track records in its bid to strengthen its position in the state electoral contest.

Maszlee's potential candidacy comes as the party prepares its candidate nominations for the election, with party leadership reviewing qualified contenders from across the state.