Originally Posted by Jeffmister:
“I highly doubt that in October of the year before a package which begins August/early September the following year that BT has set in stone any presenters or plans for that matter for how they plan to cover the Champions/Europa Leagues. As we know, plenty things can change in the broadcasting world in that time-span.
Sure if this time next year Richardson isn't part of BT's coverage then they deserve to be roundly criticized for not using one of their best presenters. Although I think there are some here (not saying popeye your sources are right or wrong) who are jumping the gun on assuming what or how the coverage will be like without seeing it...”
“I highly doubt that in October of the year before a package which begins August/early September the following year that BT has set in stone any presenters or plans for that matter for how they plan to cover the Champions/Europa Leagues. As we know, plenty things can change in the broadcasting world in that time-span.
Sure if this time next year Richardson isn't part of BT's coverage then they deserve to be roundly criticized for not using one of their best presenters. Although I think there are some here (not saying popeye your sources are right or wrong) who are jumping the gun on assuming what or how the coverage will be like without seeing it...”
he's been ruled out because BT want a big name to front the coverage.
In the eyes of BT, he isn't big enough and so has been ruled out of any involvement.
And you'd be surprised how early decisions are made for upcoming contracts and changes.
Its not made with a few months to go. BT has time to sort what they want and are in that process as we speak. Same as Sky are in what to fill the void of no UCL and ITV the same.



