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Gary Lineker is reportedly set to return to the BBC in time for its FA Cup coverage next weekend (Getty)[/caption]
“ITV will be excited by what is happening at the BBC – it’s the best chance they have had to get Gary.” The Daily Mail have claimed that ITV would be willing to triple the amount the amount he currently earns. He reportedly earns £1.35m and ITV are willing to make him an offer that exceeds the £4m mark.Football Focus and Final Score were also taken from air on Saturday as a result of presenters pulling out of their duties in support of Lineker, whilst football coverage on BBC Radio 5 Live was severely disrupted. The BBC’s football coverage continued to be disrupted on Sunday as the fallout from Lineker’s suspension continued. The broadcaster aired the top-of-the-table clash between Chelsea and Manchester United in the Women’s Super League with no pundits or presenters, whilst Match of the Day 2 will be given the same treatment as its Saturday equivalent, showing only the goals and highlights from Sunday’s games with no presenters or commentary Related links:
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