BBC sacks football pundit Jermaine Jenas after claims about his conduct at work

Jermaine Jenas, a presenter on The One Show and Match of the Day, has been sacked by the BBC after complaints about his conduct in the workplace. The former footballer, 41, has been taken off the air from both flagship shows.

- Caroline Davies

The BBC said his contract had been terminated after allegations involving text messages and other digital communication. It is understood issues were raised with the broadcaster a few weeks ago.

The presenter and pundit has long been considered a potential longterm replacement for Gary Lineker as the main Match of the Day host. He was last on air earlier in the summer.

ABBC spokesperson said: "We can confirm Jermaine Jenas is no longer part of our presenting lineup." His agency, M&C Saatchi, has stopped representing him.

The BBC launched an immediate internal investigation after concerns were raised about the former England, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United midfielder and he was quietly removed from the broadcaster's official channels, according to the Sun.