Gary Lineker’s BBC contract expires at the end of the current season and despite the Match of the Day host confirming his willingness to continue, his bosses have spoken out on a potential exit

The BBC said it has not yet agreed a contract renewal with Gary Lineker, amid speculation over his future at Match Of The Day. The corporation denied an announcement was pending regarding its highest-paid star, who it said is under contract until the end of the football season.

Gary Lineker’s future as the presenter of Match of the Day is under fresh doubt after a reported ‘leaked’ email suggested that the former England star’s exit statement is being prepared. We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

Former England striker Gary Lineker has presented Match of the Day for 25 years, but the 63-year-old could be about to lose his job - not that he is up for talking about it

Gary Lineker’s future at the BBC is in fresh doubt after the leak of an email which reportedly announces his departure from Match of the Day.

Gary Lineker's contract with the BBC as Match of the Day host is due to expire at the end of the season - and rumours are swirling that he could depart even sooner

Gary Lineker has been the face of the BBC's Match of the Day for more than two decades, but his future in the role is now in doubt after an internal email was reportedly leaked.

The message, seen by Mail Sport, purports to be from the broadcaster's director of sport, Alex Kay-Jelski, and features a statement announcing the former England striker's departure.