Naga Munchetty reportedly leaving BBC Breakfast for rival station amid 'bullying' allegations
BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty is rumoured to be on the verge of leaving her role at the broadcaster, with reports suggesting her representatives are in discussions with LBC for new prospects.
The revelation follows shortly after Munchetty was identified as the fourth highest-earning woman at the BBC, with the Corporation's annual pay disclosure report listing her earnings between £355,000 and £359,000, a sum that includes her Radio 5 contributions.
Despite drawing a substantial salary, it's believed Munchetty may be considering a move due to an alleged ongoing bullying controversy within the morning programme.
Last month, it emerged that Munchetty's team had previously engaged with both LBC and Sky News, but the initiation of an inquiry into bullying allegations on Breakfast prompted a renewed approach.
The investigation centred around show director Richard Frediani, who faced scrutiny from an independent consultant over claims of a "draconian" management style and misconduct.
However, amidst the turmoil, attention has also been directed towards Munchetty's behaviour.
An insider informed The Sun: "The fallout of Frediani's investigation created a stark 'him or her' narrative on Breakfast with Naga flung to the front line.
"The fact is she loves the BBC and her job but there's only so much external noise anyone is prepared to take.
"LBC would suit her well as the focus remains on news-led broadcasting, they take a hard line and there's far less of the fluffy nonsense involved in working at the BBC," reports the Express.
Her team recently resumed historic discussions with the Global radio station to explore potential opportunities for her there.
Following the investigation, Frediani has returned to his role on the show after a prolonged leave of absence.
It's understood he faced two misconduct complaints.
A BBC spokesperson informed Express.co.uk: "While we do not comment on individual cases, we take all complaints about conduct at work extremely seriously."
Express Online have also sought comments from Naga's representatives.
Naga shares hosting duties on BBC Breakfast three days a week alongside Charlie.
He is said to earn £190,000 annually, while his colleague Sally Nugent receives £200,000 and Jon Kay, £240,000.
gearing up to pursue legal proceedings against the BBC following his dismissal from MasterChef.
The chef was axed from the cookery programme after accusations of using "an extremely offensive racist term" were substantiated.
Torode claimed he had "no recollection" of the incident - and revealed in a public statement that he'd only discovered his contract had been terminated when the BBC and production company Banijay released the announcement.
Sources close to the television personality now reveal he's consulting employment solicitors as he battles to "clear his name".
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