Gary Lineker, the iconic Match of the Day presenter, has an estimated net worth of £30 million in 2024. His wealth primarily stems from his long-standing career in television, including his presenting role at the BBC, along with commercial deals and other ventures.
Presenting Career and BBC Salary
Lineker, who has been hosting Match of the Day since the 1990s, remains the highest-paid presenter at the BBC.
His salary consistently surpasses £1 million annually, with the latest figures showing a payment between £1.35 million and £1.35 million.
This marks the seventh consecutive year that he has held the top spot on the BBC’s highest-earning presenters list.
Football Career
Before his media career, Lineker was an accomplished footballer. He played for England 80 times, scoring 49 goals, and had a successful club career with teams like Leicester City, Everton, Barcelona, and Tottenham Hotspur. He retired from football in 1994, transitioning to a media career.
Commercial and Other Ventures
Beyond his BBC work, Lineker has lucrative commercial deals. He signed a £1.2 million, three-year deal with Walkers Crisps in 2020.
He also owns a production company that produces popular podcasts such as The Rest is History and The Rest is Politics.
Controversies and Pay Cuts
While Lineker remains a dominant figure in British sports media, his time at the BBC has not been without controversy. He was briefly taken off air in 2023 due to his criticism of the UK government’s immigration policy.
Additionally, although Lineker’s salary has been reduced from previous years—he took a voluntary 23% pay cut in 2020—his net worth remains impressive.
