Jermaine Jenas: Disgraced pundit & presenter set to return to TV despite BBC sacking for sending inappropriate messages

Jenas was let go from his roles on Match of the Day and The One Show after the allegations emerged and an internal investigation. Despite the controversy, TNT Sports has not severed ties with Jenas. The broadcaster has opted to retain the 41-year-old in their line-up, although he has not been scheduled for any immediate appearances, according to The Telegraph.

Contrary to some reports, Jenas was not removed from his co-commentary duties during Brighton's Premier League victory over Manchester United last Saturday - he was never slated to work that game. Meanwhile, insiders at TNT Sports have suggested to The Telegraph that Jenas may be back on screen after the upcoming international break. While no specific return date has been set, discussions regarding his future with the network are expected to take place during the Premier League’s hiatus next month. However, any new revelations regarding Jenas' conduct at the BBC could influence TNT's decision.

talkSPORT, another major platform where Jenas has contributed as a pundit, also finds itself in a challenging position. The network allowed him to continue hosting his scheduled 'talkSPORT Drive' show even as news of his BBC dismissal broke. While talkSPORT has not ruled out future collaborations with Jenas, they have not scheduled any immediate appearances. However, Jenas has issued a public apology to both the women for his conduct and even handled questions live on air regarding the incident, which has allegedly impressed the producers.

It has been suggested that Jenas’ dismissal from the BBC will likely result in a significant reduction in his booking fees. The BBC's 2023 annual report listed his earnings between £190,000 and £194,999 - a figure unlikely to be matched by his future engagements given the recent developments.

While both TNT and talkSPORT have refrained from making official statements about Jenas’ future with their networks, the situation remains fluid. The former Tottenham midfielder’s next steps will likely depend on how his current employers navigate the controversy and whether additional details emerge regarding the allegations that led to his BBC exit.