The BBC has shared a statement as to why former footballer Gary Lineker won’t be hosting Match of the Day.
The 63-year-old star has been hosting BBC’s Match of the Day since 1999 and has remained on the show for 25 years, becoming the longest running presenter since its launch. However, that is all about to change.
Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
BBC’s culture and media editor Katie Razzall spoke out since the news broke. “Lineker was open to staying on at Match of the Day, but the BBC did not offer him a new contract for the show,” she said.
Sources have claimed that Gary isn’t close with the corporations new director of sport, Alex Kay-Jelsk. That said, Gary is said to be “happy” about the outcome.
“It’s a big loss, but life moves on. Match Of The Day will continue, while having a new presenter, just as when Des Lynam left and Gary Lineker took over from him 20 years ago,” ex-FA chairman
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