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Connor O'Neill

Geoff Shreeves leaves Sky Sports as exodus of big name talent continues

Sky Sports' touchline reporter Geoff Shreeves is to leave the channel with immediate effect.

Shreeves has become the latest big-name departure from the channel. He had been with the broadcaster for more than 30 years after previously working as an estate agent.

Several stars have left Sky Sports in recent months, including Soccer Saturday presenter Jeff Stelling and the show's lead reporter, Chris Kamara. Former Liverpool player and manager Graeme Souness also said goodbye to the broadcaster at the end of the season.

Sky Sports also confirmed last month that commentator Martin Tyler was stepping down after 33 years with the company. Tyler has previously been described as 'The Voice' of the Premier League.

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Commenting on his departure, Shreeves told the Daily Mail: "There's an old saying that you always have to know the best time to leave even the greatest party.

"And that's what my thirty-two years at Sky have been - the most fantastic party I could ever imagined attending.

"From the first kick of a ball in the live coverage of the Premier League to Manchester City's title celebrations last season, with plenty in between! I have been incredibly fortunate to work for a ground-breaking company who have helped revolutionise football.

"But the time is right to move on. Sky have been incredibly generous in recognition of my service, and I can't speak more highly of so many people I've worked with there over three decades.

"I now have the opportunity for new experiences, which I'm looking forward to announcing in the very near future."

Gary Hughes, Sky Sports’ Director of Football, said: 'Geoff has been an integral part of the Sky Sports football team and the best tunnel reporter in the business, interviewing the biggest names at the biggest games for over 30 years.

"Geoff leaves with our sincere thanks and best wishes for the future. As Fergie always said, 'Cheers, Geoff!'"

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