Former Newcastle United midfielder Jermaine Jenas is the favourite to succeed Gary Lineker as Match of the Day presenter.
The favorite to replace Gary Lineker as the Match of the Day presenter is Jermaine Jenas, a former midfielder for Newcastle United.
Since 1999, England icon Lineker has served as the anchor of the BBC’s premier football program. Due to the company’s dedication to neutrality, he was briefly suspended last year after criticizing the government’s immigration policies.
After just three days, Lineker—who makes an incredible £1.35 million annually—returned to action, but speculation about his possible replacement has begun to circulate. In the event that Lineker steps down, bookies speculate that former Toon star Jenas would take over as the primary reporter.
In 2002, Newcastle acquired the 41-year-old player after fending off Leeds United’s interest. Jenas played for three years at St. James’ Park before moving to Tottenham Hotspur, and he was a member of the team that participated in the Champions League under Sir Bobby Robson.
His career was cut short by injuries early in 2014, and he followed a career in journalism, just like Lineker. Fans of football will recognize Jenas from Match of the Day, where he is now the 2/1 favorite to take the top position.
This occurs subsequent to the former midfield player’s appointment as The One Show’s primary presenter in 2021. Bookmakers think Jenas has the best chance of succeeding Lineker in the event that he steps down.
Other contenders are Mark Chapman (8/1)—who frequently hosts Match of the Day 2—and Micah Richards (5/1). Alex Scott (7/2) is an ex-Lionesses standout. The leading commentator, Newcastle icon Alan Shearer, is a long shot at 10/1.
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