Commentator Martin Tyler will leave Sky Sports ahead of the new season
Legendary commentator Martin Tyler will LEAVE Sky Sports ahead of the new season.
The 77-year-old will step down from his role with Sky Sports after 33 years at the company.
He's one of the most recognisable voices in English football, having provided commentary for the Premier League and the Champions League, among other competitions.
But Tyler is not retiring as he leaves the broadcasters on good terms ahead of the 2023/24 season.
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He's been Sky Sports' commentator since the launch of the Premier League in 1992, delivering iconic soundbites during his time, notably his commentary for Sergio Aguero's dramatic winning goal in Manchester City's victory over Queens Park Rangers to clinch the league title in the 2011/12 campaign.
Not to mention his commentary for Anthony Martial's debut goal for Manchester United against Liverpool back in 2015.
In a statement to Telegraph Sport, he said: "In my humble opinion, the huge corporation Sky is today has stemmed from Sky Sports’ innovative and inspired coverage of the Premier League. It has been a privilege to play a small part in the broadcasting history of the greatest league in the world.
"Along the way I have worked alongside legions of wonderful professionals in all aspects of the television industry. I thank them all for their support and expertise. It has been an honour to be a member of a very gifted team."
Sky Sports Director of Football Gary Hughes added: "Everyone at Sky Sports would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Martin for his unparalleled contribution and dedication to our coverage over the last 30 years. 'The Voice' will always be synonymous with the Premier League and Sky Sports. When you think of commentary, you think of Martin Tyler.
"'Collymore closing in' and 'Aguerrrrrroooooooooo' are two of the greatest moments in Premier League history. We thank him and wish him all the very best for the future."
Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher reacted to the news of Tyler departing Sky Sports with a touching message on social media.
"I listened to Martin Tyler commentate on Everton’s greatest ever game against Bayern Munich in 1985, he was commentating on my full debut & first goal for Liverpool as an 18yr old in 1997," he tweeted.
"I then had the privilege to work alongside him for 10yrs, the highlight being an Origi last minute derby winner!
"Martin is one of the all time legends of the commentary box. Aguerooooo is one of the most iconic commentary lines in the history of the game!"
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Topics: Martin Tyler, Football
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