IAN WRIGHT has teased an incredible career change after announcing he will leave Match of The Day.
Wright has been a long-term pundit on the show, beginning while he was still a player in 1997.
He joined as a full-time pundit on the show in 2002 and became an icon on the nation’s screens.
A disagreement with producers saw him step back between 2008 and 2015 but after returning he became a stalwart on the highlights show.
On stepping back from the show this time he said he wanted “to do a few more different things with my Saturdays” after turning 60.
And one of those other things looks to be an acting gig.
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The film is directed by Daniel Kaluuya and Kibwe Tavares and set in a futuristic London.
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Wrighty is seen in the trailer sporting his signature hat and glasses combination.
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A source said: “Daniel [Kaluuya] is a massive Gooner, and a huge Ian Wright fan. He’s written this incredible thriller, and wanted Ian to appear.
“So he got in touch, and Ian was delighted — and leapt at the chance.
“He hasn’t had any acting lessons but after years appearing on Match of the Day — and having recently shot an M&S gig — he’s actually a natural in front of the camera. He has about four scenes.”
Fans have speculated that he could be set to join the next series of Strictly Come Dancing as one of the big name stars next year.
Some even went as far as saying he could be the new judge after speculation that Craig Revel Horwood would quit.
Wright will still be on Match of The Day until the end of this season, and will be hoping that Arsenal’s title push could provide him with the ultimate parting gift.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
