Colin Murray is leaving Radio 5 Live for talkSPORT

Last month the BBC had to apologise over a section of Murray's Fighting Talk programme which saw discussion on whether gay presenter Clare Balding could be cured

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The former England midfielder is battling with alcoholism

Paul Gascoigne pictured in November last year at a Lazio match

England players eager to help save troubled Paul Gascoigne

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Former Tottenham and Newcastle player has been battling alcoholism

Paul Gascoigne has suffered a long battle with alcoholism

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The former England international's agent revealed his client had begun drinking again

Paul Gascoigne has suffered a long battle with alcoholism

Concerns grow for Paul Gascoigne after he appears unwell and shaking during charity appearance

Concerns are growing for former footballer Paul Gascoigne after he appeared unwell and shaking during a charity appearance.

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