'Are they leaders then?' 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. She also features regularly as a pundit on Soccer Saturday alongside the likes of Paul Merson, Clinton Morrison and Kris Boyd. Klopp accuses referee of lying and having a problem with Liverpool, Liverpool boss Klopp receives reply as PGMOL listen to Tierney's audio. Fellow pundit Gary Neville bid an emotional farewell to his long-time colleague. Liverpool's 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday was Graeme Souness' last game as a pundit for Sky Sports after more than 15 years, but the Scotsman has revealed he does not plan to retire He also represented Scotland in four World Cups and three European Championships, earning 54 caps. The upper end of the range tabs Souness as being worth 15 million. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Sky Sports have several pundits to call upon in his place - the likes of Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp are regulars on their Premier League coverage. Cleveland Browns vs New Orleans Saints weather report: What is the temperature at FirstEnergy stadium? 07:05, Mon, May 1, 2023 | UPDATED: 07:05, Mon, May 1, 2023. If you would like to customise your choices, click 'Manage privacy settings'. The Scot spent 15 years working for the company and gave an emotional farewell after his last match - Liverpool's 4-3 victory over Tottenham. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Former Liverpool, Rangers and Scotland midfielder Graeme Souness is leaving his role as a Sky Sports pundit after 15 years. The former Rangers manager joined the broadcaster 15 years ago not long after his final post in the dug-out with Newcastle United. "What a stint Souness has done. Why Graeme Souness is leaving his role as studio pundit at Sky Sports after 15 years, Is Bob Barker alive? To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. For me personally Ive got the buzz of live football coming to some fantastic games, coming to some fantastic stadiums and witnessing some great events. I love football and I care for it and I worry about it going forward. 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Harry Kane has been blasted by Graeme Souness for giving an exclusive interview to Sky Sports and not taking all of the blame for Spurs not being very good. Sky Sports pundit Graeme Souness says he does not regret . "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Graeme Souness announced his Sky Sports exit after Liverpool's thrilling win over Tottenham on Sunday. The former midfielder joked that he owed a hundred apologies to people he had criticised over the years and hinted that his next project would be with the charity DEBRA that he has done work for over the year. When I first joined Sky, Graeme was the senior pundit and he still is the senior pundit, he said. And yet Stelling has performed to universal acclaim for 30 years on Sky Sports, and it is a pleasant change, every now and again, to go on the internet and see people being nice about someone. It is also possible Sky Sports will promote a different pundit to a top role, and here SunSport looks at six potential candidates who could replace Souness. Nothing goes on forever, I have got lots of things coming up. The 69-year-old joined the broadcaster in 2008 after a 22-year . I will be 70 on Saturday and I'm still very much open for business. The former England international, 44, has also worked as a pundit before - appearing on BT Sport's coverage of the Champions League as well as working for the BBC at the 2018 World Cup. "But its been great doing this so thank you to everyone., Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Liverpool boss Klopp in line for double FA punishment after Spurs win, Klopp has 'lost the plot' as Keys blasts 'unacceptable' Liverpool boss. Last updated on 30 April 202330 April 2023.From the section Football. Sky Sports have several pundits to call upon in his place - the likes of Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp are regulars on their Premier League coverage. He played as a midfielder for teams such as Liverpool, Rangers and Sampdoria, winning multiple trophies and awards. He also represented Scotland in four World Cups and three European Championships, earning 54 caps. SKY SPORTS could be eyeing a new lead pundit after Graeme Souness' retirement. 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. 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Soccer Saturday presenter Jeff Stelling is stepping down at the end of the season and Sky Sports could decide to revamp the show and offer Smith a more prominent punditry role. You can change your choices at any time by clicking on the 'Privacy dashboard' links on our sites and apps. Graeme Souness is leaving his role as a Sky Sports pundit after 15 years. Stepping into the world of broadcast after phasing himself out of football management, the legendary Scottish ex-player certainly made a splash. The 69-year-old joined the broadcaster in 2008 after a 22-year management career but announced his departure on air after Liverpool's 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday. Souness won 54 caps for Scotland in a 12-year international career and made more than 350 appearances for Liverpool between 1978 and 1984. Thanks for the memories Graeme.. (Image credit: Getty Images) Graeme Souness is leaving Sky Sports after 15 years as a pundit on the channel, the former Liverpool great has announced. And then I was given the opportunity to do this and its been magnificent. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Dyer, 44, is another pundit who has been brought on by Sky Sports this season after stepping down from his coaching role at Ipswich in March 2022. Sky Sports confirmed Graeme Souness is leaving the company, after 15 years as a pundit with the company, following Liverpool's win over Tottenham Hotspur. After retiring as a player, he became a manager of several clubs, including Liverpool, Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Carney went straight into punditry after retiring from football in 2019, working for ITV at the Qatar World Cup and for Sky Sports. Graeme Souness working for Sky Sports in 2013. The former England international, 44, has also worked as a pundit before - appearing on BT Sport's coverage of the Champions League as well as working for the BBC at the 2018 World Cup. "I was given an opportunity to do this and it has been magnificent. Particularly when him and Glenn Hoddle were there sat at the table, and they had two very different views on football but it was really interesting listening to them both. After a 22-year managerial career following his retirement from football, Souness has enjoyed a stellar career as a pundit and insisted that he owed many apologies in his speech announcing that his time at Sky Sports would be coming to an end. View our online Press Pack. "For me personally I have got the buzz of live football, coming to some fantastic games and some fantastic stadiums and witnessing some great events. After 15 years with Sky Sports, today marks Graeme Souness last appearance with us. Souness (C) has worked as a pundit for Sky Sports for over 15 years. Graeme Souness has hinted that he could yet return to TV screens despite holding back the tears as he confirmed his exit from Sky Sports on Sunday. Liverpool legend Gerrard, 42, is facing a similar dilemma after being sacked as Aston Villa boss in October. My column is in the Daily Mail every Saturday and I look forward to sharing my views and passion for our game there, each week., JUST IN Souness fights back tears as he steps down as Sky Sports pundit [LATEST]. Lampard is interim manager at Chelsea but after losing his first five games in charge he will likely be looking for a new job in the summer. He has seen his role increase following Newcastle's rise up the league - the former midfielder made 250 appearances for Toon between 1999-2007. Speaking after the game, Souness told Sky Sports: Ill miss you guys and Ill miss the guys that the people dont see behind the scenes, like the make-up girl. According to The Athletic, the 2022/23 season is likely to be Souness' 'last' year working for Sky Sports as a pundit. If you do not want us and our partners to use cookies and personal data for these additional purposes, click 'Reject all'. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. Carney, 35, has also risen to prominence alongside Neville, Carragher and Kelly Cates on Sky Sports' Friday Night Football show, so replacing Souness is a logical next step for her career. For other inquiries Contact Us. Graeme Souness has opened up about his Sky Sports exit after the Liverpool legend announced he would be leaving his role as a pundit with the broadcaster. Sky Sports also released a video as tribute for the Liverpool legend who started his career at Spurs. It is possible he will make a career switch too after also failing in his previous job at Everton, where he was sacked after less than a year in charge. Had some fantastic nights listening to his stories in the early days when wed go away on Champions League duty, hed have the meal the night before. Former Liverpool star Souness, has certainly been a controversial character over the years, mainly due to his old school opinions of the sport. My passion for football is undimmed and I certainly still feel I have a lot to offer. He speaks with such authority, gravitas and conviction, with an incredible way of delivering lines. Gary Neville thinks the only chance Arsenal have of beating Man City to the title is if Kevin de Bruyne, Erling Haaland and Rodri pick up injuries. Graeme Souness battled tears as he confirmed his exit from Sky Sports. I think were weaker for not having him here next season because of what he brings. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). By Jack McEachen. It has been great, so thank you to everyone.. It is possible he will make a career switch too after also failing in his previous job at Everton, where he was sacked after less than a year in charge. Something went wrong, please try again later. An emotional Graeme Souness is ending his time with Sky Sports. Souness was in the studio as Tottenham took on Liverpool in the Premier League at Anfield. The 69-year-old joined the broadcaster in 2008 after a 22-year managerial career, but announced his departure on air after Liverpool's 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday. Hes been fantastic to work with.. And its great right now to be amongst friends. Rajeeta Kochhar? Thanks for the memories Graeme pic.twitter.com/izaNOupWOl, Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) April 30, 2023, I was given an opportunity to do this and it was magnificent, Souness said. Former England international Smith worked for BBC Sport before switching to Sky Sports, where she provides analysis of the WSL. Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards discuss the art of punditry and rank the best analysts, Three single Kiwi women are in search of the man of their dreams in FBoy Island NZ. Soccer Saturday presenter Jeff Stelling is stepping down at the end of the season and Sky Sports could decide to revamp the show and offer Smith a more prominent punditry role. For me personally I have got the buzz of live football, coming to some fantastic games and some fantastic stadiums and witnessing some great events. However he may turn down a regular punditry role in favour of returning to management as he experienced success at Rangers - winning the club's first league title for ten years in 2021. Neville has said he expected Arsenal to get "battered" by Manchester City after seeing the Gunners players "in the tunnel" before the game. "It meant a lot that my last game for Sky was at Liverpool, the club I hold so dear. I think I owe 100 apologies, but we havent got time for that, to people that maybe I may have said some harsh things to.. I think I owe a hundred apologies. We wish him all the best for the future.". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Souness steps down from Sky . But its been great and great right now to be among friends.". Football365. Souness confirmed his decision to bow out after Liverpool's ludicrous 4-3 win over Spurs at Anfield, knowing that things won't get any better than Richarlison looking really silly. Sky Sports pundit Graeme Souness says he does not regret . GRAEME SOUNESS is hanging up the mic after working on his last live broadcast for Sky Sports. He is also part of Channel 4's team covering England's Euro 2024 qualifying campaign alongside ex-Lionness Jill Scott and Joe Cole. A clearly emotional Souness bowed out on a high covering former club Liverpools thrilling 4-3 win over Spurs. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Stelling had initially meant to step down a year ago, but decided to do one final season in the hot seat before standing down, Souness though has had his final stint already. He played as a midfielder for teams such as Liverpool, Rangers and Sampdoria, winning multiple trophies and awards. Graeme Souness has left Sky Sports after 15 years of providing punditry - and the former Liverpool player will be sorely missed by his colleagues in the industry. Souness becomes the second high-profile personality to leave Sky Sports this week, after Jeff Stelling announced his retirement from hosting Soccer Saturday. exciting Premier League game between Liverpool and Spurs, Jeff Stelling had confirmed that he would retire, Graeme Souness says two Liverpool players are 'fighting for their futures' at Anfield, Jeff Stelling announces he is leaving Sky Sports after 30 years, Graeme Souness could make shock exit from Sky Sports at the end of the season, "Will he be able?" FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. Graeme Souness is leaving Sky Sports after 15 years as a pundit on the channel, the former . He has since moved into punditry and provides insight in his role as a Betway ambassador. If you do not want us and our partners to use cookies and personal data for these additional purposes, click 'Reject all'. The Scotsman worked for the broadcaster for over 15 years and struggled to hold back tears in the studio. He gained a reputation as a straight-talking pundit, who often clashed with fellow studio guests, and . After 15 years. Over the years weve treated the Premier League with great detail. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. After 15 years at the peak of the industry, Souness is stepping down from the role to pursue being a 69-year-old. Liverpool's 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday. Paul Pogba's name trended on social media after it emerged Graeme Souness would be leaving Sky Sports on Sunday. After spending 15 years as a pundit for Sky Sports, the former Liverpool midfielder, 69, decided to announce his departure after Liverpool's 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday (30 April). BT Sport are rebranding to TNT Sports for next season and would likely want a high-profile name such as Souness to help lead their coverage, while he could become one of few to work for both ITV and BBC if the Beeb do push to land the 69-year-old. View our online Press Pack. In the aftermath, the 69-year-old had claimed that Premier League teams 'loved' a foreign manager and suggested Spurs should go for a British manager, but had no actual suggestions. The Scotsman had just been discussing what comes next for Spurs, after they'd somehow managed to concede three goals in the opening 15 minutes, again, before completing a comeback, only to still lose. Personally, I think hell be sorely missed," responded a fifth. It has been great, so thank you to everyone.". I think people at home want to see us not always agree, but its been great, guys, it really has. Sky will pay a pretty penny for Souness' insight, and he has pursued several interests away from the game since hanging up his boots in the early-1990s. I still think I was right! GRAEME SOUNESS showed his emotional side as he held back tears during his Sky Sports farewell on Sunday. It meant a lot that my last game for Sky was at Liverpool, the club I hold so dear. Souness, 69, held back tears and revealed how much he had enjoyed working as a pundit following a mixed managerial career. Souness, whose management career included spells at Liverpool, Rangers, Blackburn and Newcastle, said on the broadcaster's Super Sunday programme: "I decided that football management wasn't for me any more. Sky Sports pundit Graeme Souness is never far from controversy but this time it was away from the pitch, following coverage of Manchester United's 0-0 draw against Liverpool. "The insight and winning mentality he brought to our viewers as a result of his years' of experience as both a player and a manager has been invaluable to our coverage. After 15 years as a pundit, Graeme Souness has confirmed he will leave Sky Sports at the end of the season. Like Lampard he has experience working as a pundit for BT Sport and he has the reputation to replace a man of Souness' pedigree. Quincy Williams or JuJu Smith-Schuster: Who is the better grinch. I had totally the wrong temperament for it and personality. 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The former Tottenham and Liverpool striker worked for the Republic of Ireland as assistant manager between 2018-20 after hanging up his boots. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Graeme Souness has spent 15 years working for Sky Sports, Steven Gerrard has returned to punditry since leaving Aston Villa, Karen Carney has worked as a pundit on multiple Sky Sports shows, Robbie Keane, centre, has worked in punditry since leaving his coaching role at Ireland, Kieron Dyer, centre, has appeared on Sky Sports this season, Sue Smith appears on Soccer Saturday and Sky Sports' WSL show, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). I had the wrong temperament for it, the wrong personality. I've never seen anyone else have his authority in a studio, you'll be missed Souey.". I have always been comfortable on live TV because it lights a fire under you, Souness wrote. Former Liverpool, Rangers and Scotland midfielder Graeme Souness is leaving his role as a Sky Sports pundit after 15 years. There is no fixed salary for football experts, but a network and an individual can negotiate a rate. I was given an opportunity to do this and it has been magnificent. And he told fellow pundits Robbie Keane and Jamie Redknapp and host Kelly Cates, daughter of his former Scotland and Liverpool teammate, Kenny Dalglish, about how much he has enjoyed working on TV. Some figures are around 5 million. He has also been a vocal supporter of his former club Liverpool, often praising their manager Jurgen Klopp and their players. Im going to miss you guys, the guys behind the scenes, our make-up girl, Ill miss you all, he said. For me personally, Ive got the buzz of live football coming to some fantastic games and some fantastic stadiums and some great events. Had the privilege to meet him a few times and loved his company. As a pundit, Souness is known for his honest and sometimes controversial analysis, as well as his clashes with other pundits such as Jamie Redknapp and Roy Keane. Man said he completed his mission," one fan joked about the former Newcastle United manager's departure. The Scot spent 15 years working for the company and gave an emotional farewell after his last match - Liverpool's 4-3 victory over Tottenham. You can debate with him and its no holds barred. Everything you need to know to make sure you never miss a moment. But in Skys hands its in good hands, safe hands, and I think over the years weve covered the Premier Leaguewith great detail and I think we look after football very well. Carney, 35, has also risen to prominence alongside Neville, Carragher and Kelly Cates on Sky Sports' Friday Night Football show, so replacing Souness is a logical next step for her career. Souness has put his hand on various occupations during his entire life and has managed to gain a net worth of 15 million from his past endeavors, and with all of his fortune, he is living a life of luxury with his wife. I will be 70 on Saturday and Im still very much open for business. Only Souness will know whether being open for business means that he is open to fielding offers from Sky Sports competitors, but he certainly has not ended speculation that a return is on the cards. But in Skys hands its in safe hands and I think over the years we have treated the Premier League with great detail and I think we look after football very well. Date published: Sunday 30th April 2023 8:43 - Matthew Stead. A couple of days on, the memory still lingers, the sense of jawdropping shock as Souness spoke about Moise Kean during Sky Sports' coverage of Everton's 3-2 victory over Wolves and why . But thats life, we understand that people move on. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. While Jamie Redknapp said: "On behalf of everyone at Sky Sports, you were a legend as a player and for me, you gave me my start and just to be working with you every day, coming to work with your enthusiasm and love for the game you were a great player, great manager and a great pundit.
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