DRAGONS’ Den star Sara Davies has revealed who she would want to replace her on the hit BBC show after announcing she is leaving.
The TV presenter, author and businesswoman joined Dragon’s Den in 2019 when she was 35 – the youngest female dragon to have appeared on the show.
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Sara, now 40, devastated fans this week after revealing she won’t take part in the BBC show’s upcoming series.
Appearing on last night’s installment of The One Show, the former Strictly star revealed her reason for stepping away, confessing she had struggled to ‘juggle’ her busy career.
Sara said: “It was not the easiest decision to make but just trying to juggle everything.”
The entrepreneur has since revealed who her preferred successor would be.
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She said: “I loved it when Gary was in last year, Gary Neville. I really think he had the empathy and the warmth that I bring to the Den, that’s what I’m worried could be lost.
“So yes, Gary for president!”
Sara has also shared the news on Instagram, writing: “As this last run of Dragons’ comes to an end I have to say I’ve loved every minute of this series so far and I’m so proud of the businesses I’ve invested in this year!”
“As a lot of you will know, I’ve taken up my position again as CEO of Crafter’s Companion and my business is my big priority this year.
“And when I commit to a business, I really commit, which is why I find Dragons’ Den such a rewarding role.”
“As well as filming an incredible show, being a Dragon requires so much dedication and time behind the scenes as you join the life of each business you invest in.
“It means seeing through your investment and committing to your part in that organisation. It’s so much more than a TV show.
“That’s why I’ve taken the decision to step away from the Den for now, to focus on my own business, which was my first baby!”
“So I won’t be filming with the team this year for the next series.”
Sara, from County Durham, will continue to be seen on episodes to be shown later this year.
Gary Neville, most known for being a successful footballer, has equally had success in his business ventures.
That led him to be invited on as a guest judge on Dragons’ Den in January 2024.
He sat alongside Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Sara Davies, and Steven Bartlett in the 21st series of the show.
It’s estimated that Gary’s financial assets are worth an estimated £70 million after he has been involved in more than 60 businesses.
His hotel business has accumulated £20 million in assets whilst his property development company has assets of £10.5 million.
It was previously reported that Gary is paid over £1million for his role on Monday Night Football and Super Sunday.
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