The singer is said to have decided to appear in the magazine because it will help her “grow as an artist”.

But her management is apparently concerned that the shoot could affect the star’s career.

“Most of her inner circle are fuming about her plans to strip off,” a source told the Daily Star.

“Her business people are trying to convince her the shoot will be seen as lowbrow and cheesy, and will alienate her fans who like her edgy appeal.

“No-one wants her to do it. It goes against all her ideas about creativity.”

As previously reported, Lady Gaga revealed a raunchy video for new single ‘Alejandro’ yesterday (June 8).

(by Jason Gregory)