Salary reduction confirmed: The BBC has officially published data showing that Alan Shearer’s annual pay has dropped from between £440,000-£444,999 to the £390,000-£394,999 bracket.
Even with this substantial pay cut, the renowned Newcastle United idol is still among the top earners at the corporation.
Matchday broadcasting duties: He secures this lucrative salary primarily through his highly popular role as a studio pundit on Match of the Day.
Additionally, he provides expert co-commentary for various live football broadcasts across the BBC network, including during the World Cup.
Public wage disclosure: As a publicly funded broadcaster, the BBC is legally required to reveal the earnings of any employee making over £178,000 from the licence fee.
