Gary Lineker's future as a Match of the Day presenter could be under threat, after an internal email drafting his exit from the BBC was reportedly leaked

Former England striker Gary Lineker is in the final year of his contract as Match of the Day host and speculation is beginning to mount over his future in the role

A “leaked” email suggests that Gary Lineker’s 25-year run as host of Match of the Day may be coming to a close.

Gary Lineker has presented Match of the Day for 25 years, but his days as the show's host could be numbered after an alleged "leaked" email.

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

Gary Lineker has been the face of Match of the Day since 1999, but his days as the show's presenter could be numbered after an alleged leaked email sparked doubts over his future with the BBC staple

Gary Lineker reportedly provided an X-rated response when quizzed on whether his time as the host of Match of the Day is coming to an end. The presenter has been the face of the BBC ’s flagship show since taking over in 1999 and became the highest-paid individual at the company during that time.

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