Unemployed footie boss Wayne Rooney is said to be in negotiations to become Match of the Day expert.
The former England striker, 39, is eyeing a lucrative move to the revamped show following the departure of presenter Gary Lineker at the end of the season.
He hopes to join new presenters Gabby Logan, Mark Chapman and Kelly Cates on the BBC highlights show as a rotating guest expert.
He could be paid up to £200,000 a year depending on the number of appearances he makes.
It comes after Man United great Rooney was sacked as manager of Plymouth Argyle late last year, with the side bottom of the Championship.
Last night a source said: “Punditry is one of the options Wayne has for the future.
“He worked with Gary and co at the European Championships last summer and was a big hit with viewers.
“He is also eminently likeable, with forensic knowledge and a love of the game.
“Match of the Day and a few other broadcasters are interested in having him on their programming.
“Wayne and the BBC are in the early stages of negotiations, but things are looking promising and he is taking his time to figure out exactly what he wants to do next.”
Last April, Rooney was forced to withdraw from his debut appearance on the show due to a back injury.
Meanwhile, Rooney's 38-year-old wife Coleen has been inundated with offers after her stint in the jungle on I'm A Celebrity, where she came second.
A source said: “This is going to be a hugely exciting year for Coleen and Wayne – they have so many options in front of them.”
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