Clarkson has not spoken publicly about sacking since jaw broke in 2005 . He reportedly gave ' heartfelt thanks ' to fans , saying he would ' enjoy being there ' Rippon , 70 , keen to return to football and wants woman in presenting line - up . Meanwhile , fans are reportedly trying to cling onto James May and sack Hammond .
Clarkson has not spoken publicly about sacking since news broke in March . He today gave 'heartfelt thanks ' to fans , saying he would 'miss being there ' Rippon , 70 , keen to return to show and wants woman in presenting line-up . Meanwhile , bosses are reportedly trying to cling onto James May and Richard Hammond .