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Sky Sports Opens Talks With Roman Kemp After Major Presenter Departures

The broadcaster cut seven senior roles in May as part of a strategic restructure aimed at refreshing its coverage to attract younger viewers.

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Overview

  • Sky Sports is in discussions with Roman Kemp about anchoring a proposed multi-channel football show for the upcoming season.
  • Kemp, who presents BBC’s One Show, brings a strong online following that appeals to younger audiences.
  • Seven senior Sky Sports staff departed in May, spanning presenters Melissa Reddy, Teddy Draper and Jasper Taylor as well as reporters Jeremy Langdon and Fadumo Olow.
  • Rob Wotton concluded his 27-year tenure at Sky Sports News with an emotional on-air farewell.
  • Sky Sports says the overhaul aims to sharpen its agility and broaden its reach rather than focus on cost cutting.