Overview
- Lineker called the narrative that he is seeking payback against the BBC "Not true. Utter nonsense." in a social media post.
- He is reported to have a £14 million agreement to front The Rest Is Football coverage from the United States during next summer’s tournament.
- The Goal.com report cites tabloid and industry speculation that success could lead to talks about future Premier League rights on Netflix, which remains unconfirmed.
- Goalhanger, the company led by Lineker alongside Tony Pastor and Jack Davenport, has expanded with podcast brands and a La Liga highlights partnership, according to the report.
- Lineker left the BBC after 25 years as Match of the Day host, with the article noting his contract ended before the 2026 World Cup.