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SKY SPORTS is currently in talks with TV host Roman Kemp about a possible position in their football broadcasting lineup.
This development comes shortly after Sky’s announcement regarding the departure of seven senior reporters due to a major redundancy program initiated two weeks ago.
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Veteran presenter Rob Wotton announced his departure after three decades during an emotional live farewell in May.
Despite this, Sky executives have not provided specifics about the changes.
Recent articles from The Mail indicate that Kemp, 32, may be a surprise host for a new football program on Sky.
The son of Martin, a former member of Spandau Ballet, Kemp currently hosts the flagship BBC program The One Show.
A passionate Arsenal fan, he was previously rumored to be stepping into a role on Match of the Day following Gary Lineker’s anticipated resignation.
The Mail reports that Sky is exploring options with Kemp as part of their plan to attract new demographics.
Kemp enjoys a robust online presence and connects well with a younger audience, largely due to his lengthy time as the host of the Breakfast Show on Capital FM.
Sky implemented a series of layoffs earlier in May as part of organizational restructuring.
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The staffing reductions involved seven reporters and presenters, reflecting an intent to bolster the station’s adaptability and enhance audience interaction.
Other presenters, including Teddy Draper and Jasper Taylor, will also leave this summer, alongside senior reporters Jeremy Langdon, Melissa Reddy and Fadumo Olow.
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Senior Football Reporter Reddy joined the team just three years ago, covering many pivotal moments in the Premier League.
Sky asserts that the current changes are not mainly motivated by a need for cost reductions.
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