Gary Lineker is set to conclude his tenure as the host of Match of the Day at the end of the current season, but he's expected to stay with the BBC until the end of the 2026 World Cup according to reports.
Having become the longest-serving presenter in the history of MOTD since taking the reins in 1999, Lineker's future has been the subject of much speculation.
As of now, it remains unclear who will step into his shoes. Earlier in 2024, there was a buzz about an internal BBC email leak hinting at an imminent announcement regarding Lineker's departure.
This was later denied, with the BBC clarifying that negotiations were still in progress concerning his contract renewal. In early October, Lineker humorously remarked that he was hosting his "final show...
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