Boris Johnson, the former Prime Minister, is reportedly being considered for a top role at The Daily Telegraph, potentially reuniting him with his former Chancellor, Nadhim Zahawi, Sky News reports.
The media outlet has learned that Johnson has held informal discussions with Zahawi about a possible job at the right-leaning newspaper. While no formal agreement has been reached, sources close to Johnson confirm the idea is being considered.
Zahawi, who is currently bidding to acquire The Telegraph and The Spectator, is said to have pitched the idea of Johnson becoming the newspaper’s global editor-in-chief to potential investors. Johnson, who has a history with The Telegraph, having worked as a correspondent and columnist, reportedly holds the publication in high regard.
The news comes as Zahawi’s bid faces competition from other potential buyers, including Sir Paul Marshall, who is considered the frontrunner for The Spectator, and National World, headed by David Montgomery.
Zahawi’s bid is reportedly “fully financed,” although details of his backers remain unclear.
The Telegraph’s ownership has been in flux since Lloyds Banking Group took control of its parent companies last year following the Barclay family’s financial troubles.
Johnson’s potential involvement adds another layer of intrigue to the ongoing saga of the newspaper’s future.
