Lineker's contract with the BBC expires at the end of the season.

There have been reports the long-time host would be leaving the show

Last week, MailOnline revealed that Lineker's future at the show could be in doubt after seeing an email that appeared to show that a statement was being prepared for his departure.

Gary Lineker has addressed the speculation surrounding his future as the host of Match of the Day, after the BBC reportedly drafted an email confirming his departure

Gary Lineker has addressed the 'leaked' BBC email that claimed he is set to leave the broadcaster at the end of the current Premier League season

Gary Lineker has been the face of the BBC's Match of the Day since 1999 and has gradually become the highest-paid individual at the company during that time as a result

The BBC reportedly drafted an email confirming Gary Lineker's departure from Match of the Day after 25 years, with the former England striker's contract due to expire next spring

The BBC last week denied an announcement was pending regarding its highest-paid star.

The Match of the Day's presenter finishes at the end of the season, with talks of a new deal just starting

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards have all seen their Match of the Day futures come under the microscope in the past week following a BBC email leak

The Match of the Day host plays down reports that he's set to announce his departure from the BBC.