The One Show host set for major TV job change after BBC snub
The One Show host set for major TV job change after BBC snub
The presenter is reportedly in talks to take on a big new role with a rival broadcaster
Alex Jones and Roman Kemp
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Sky Sports are reportedly in talks with The One Show host Roman Kemp over a potential presenting role within their football coverage.
The 32-year-old, who is the son of former Spandau Ballet bassist Martin Kemp, first gained recognition as the host of Capital Radio's Breakfast show before leaving the station in March 2024 to concentrate on his presenting duties with the BBC. He was recently linked with a potential role on Match of the Day after Gary Lineker announced he would be stepping down from presenting the show.
However, despite Kemp being linked with the programme, Mark Chapman, Kelly Cates and Gabby Logan were ultimately chosen to share the responsibility of replacing Lineker.
Following this snub, the Daily Mail reports that Sky Sports have initiated talks with Kemp regarding a potential role as part of their coverage.
Kemp is being lined up for a major new role
The specifics of the position are yet to be finalised, but one possibility is for Kemp to host a show that would be broadcast simultaneously on Sky Sports News, Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League channels.
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Sky is undergoing significant organisational changes, with seven of its sports staff, including presenters Rob Wotton, Teddy Draper and Jasper Taylor, losing their positions.
In November, The Sun reported that Kemp was being lined up for a 'digital role' within the Match of the Day team.
Following a new deal with the Premier League, the BBC has gained the right to broadcast match highlights earlier than the usual 10.30pm slot on Saturdays, with this move expected to enhance the BBC's online output.
Arsenal fan Kemp has previously taken on some duties with the broadcaster by conducting interviews for Football Focus, including one with Gunners star Mikel Merino in December.
When he announced Chapman, Cates and Logan as Lineker's replacement, BBC Sport director Alex Kay-Jelski confirmed there were "new shows, voices and surprises" being lined up for the 2025/26 season.
"I know viewers will love these three incredible broadcasters and journalists at the heart of our football coverage next season," he said.
"They're brilliant at what they do and MOTD viewers can be sure they will be well looked after as the big football talking points are expertly analysed.
"Gary has done a phenomenal job at Match of the Day for the last 25 years, he'll be missed greatly," Kay-Jelski added.
"Outside of Match of the Day we've got some great new shows, voices and surprises lined up for the 2025-26 season across audio, video and digital and we look forward to sharing them with you all later in the year.
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"It's a truly exciting time for BBC Sport's football coverage."
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