The Latest Breaking News from Joe Lycett

Matt Lucas, 48, broke the news that he departed from the baking competition and said it was 'clear he couldn't continue' – but comedian Joe Lycett doesn't fancy replacing him

The Croatia legend also plays on a different plane and will lead a masterful midfield in the semi-final against Argentina

Lucas announced on Tuesday that he was departing the Channel 4 show after three series

Joe Lycett is among the bookies' favourites to replace Matt Lucas as The Great British Bake Off host

‘I’m holding out hope. There’s still time for him to change his mind’

Joe Lycett has revealed David Beckham’s representatives have contacted him after he pretended to shred £10,000. Last month, the comedian issued an ultimatum to the former England captain where he called for Beckham to pull out of his deal – reportedly worth £10 million – with Qatar, where homosexuality is…

‘I’m not satisfied with where we’ve got to, let’s put it that way,’ the comedian said

Lucas announced his departure from the Channel 4 reality show earlier this week

Joe Lycett has said he's spoken to David Beckham's team, following the media attention prompted by the comedian over the former football's involvement with the World Cup in Qatar