Published 16:23 18 Jul 2024 GMT+1

Gary Lineker 'wanted to leave' BBC for another broadcaster but was told they 'weren't interested'

Reports claim Gary Lineker was open to leaving the BBC, where he has hosted Match of the Day since 1999.

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Gary Lineker 'wanted to leave' BBC for another broadcaster but was told they 'weren't interested'

Reports claim Gary Lineker was open to leaving the BBC, where he has hosted Match of the Day since 1999.

Gary Lineker 'wanted to leave' BBC for another broadcaster but was told they 'weren't interested'

Reports claim Gary Lineker was open to leaving the BBC, where he has hosted Match of the Day since 1999.

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