Former footballer and BBC presenter Jermaine Jenas is facing further allegations of inappropriate conduct after multiple women reportedly came forward amid an ongoing investigation. Jenas, 41, was recently sacked by the BBC following complaints about his workplace behaviour.
Jenas, who had previously presented flagship BBC programs such as Match of the Day and The One Show, is understood to be “speaking to lawyers” after being dismissed over claims that he sent unsolicited messages to a female colleague on The One Show.
In an interview with TalkSport radio, Jenas addressed the situation, stating, “I can’t really talk about it.” He added, “I, as you can probably see, I am not happy about it. I’ve just got to leave this to a team of lawyers at the minute who are managing the situation.”
The BBC has not provided specific details regarding the reasons for Jenas’s dismissal. However, in an interview with The Sun, the former footballer expressed regret over his actions, stating, “I am ashamed, and I am deeply sorry.
He continued, “I have let myself down, my family, friends, and colleagues down, and I owe everyone an apology – especially the women with whom I was messaging. I am so, so sorry. I am sorry for what I have put them through. I think it would be fair to say I have a problem.”
Jenas acknowledged that he has a “self-destructive streak” when it comes to his relationships and said that he is seeking help. I know there’s a lot of work that needs to be done, and it will be hard,” he concluded.
