Ian Wright has taken the decision to step down as a pundit on popular football highlights show Match of the Day
The ex-Arsenal striker first appeared on the programme back in 1997, while still a professional player
Wright's first full-time spell on the BBC favourite began in 2002, lasting until 2008 when he left in 2008.
The 60-year-old returned in 2015, however, and has featured alongside the likes of Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker on a consistent basis.
The decision to move in a different direction on this occasion is understood to have made by Wright himself
Wright
"After my debut show whilst still a player in 1997 and many more memorable years, I'll be stepping back from BBC MOTD at the end of this season,"
"I feel very privileged to have had such an incredible run on the most iconic football show in the world."
Wright added
"Anyone that knows my story knows how much the show has meant to me since I was a young boy. MOTD is my Holy Grail.
"On my first ever show, I told [presenter] Des Lynam, 'This is my Graceland'. It will always be my Graceland and I will always be watching.
"I'm stepping back having made great friends and many great memories. I'm really looking forward to my last months on the show and covering what will hopefully be an amazing title race."
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