Pat Sajak famously retired earlier this year, but it’s been a long time now Wheel of Fortune The presenter wants to return to the show.

The beloved wheel The host is spreading the word that he’s not done yet, and it’s caused even more tension between him and his successor, Ryan Seacrest, Knewz.com can reveal.

An insider shared: “Pat received incredible support while he was involved Celebrity Wheel of Fortune recently, and it has reignited his desire to host the original again.

“Even if it’s not the case now, but in a few years he would.”

The insider added: “The truth is he never wanted to leave, they forced him to act and now he wants his old job back.”

In the meantime, he wants to take on more of these part-time hosting gigs.

“Ryan may have a multi-year deal, but Pat doesn’t think Ryan can stay long-term and he will be waiting in the wings to take over,” the source said.

According to the source, Sajak’s shenanigans make Seacrest angry.

“Ryan thinks Pat is pathetic and a sore loser,” the insider said.

“His (Ryan’s) ratings are great, he’s getting paid a lot of money and he’s getting along better than ever with Vanna (White). From Ryan’s perspective, Pat has no chance and is wasting his time.”

And as the source noted, “For every fan who misses Pat, there are more people who like what Ryan does.” wheel. Sure, the first week was rocky, but Ryan is getting the hang of it and bringing his own style to the show.

“Besides, there was a reason why Pat lost the gig. He screwed up.”

Show bosses were tired of Sajak’s on-air gaffes, belittling of contestants and strange jokes that fell flat.

In a farewell speech on his final episode of Wheel of Fortunewhich aired on June 7, the 78-year-old made no mention of the controversy when he said: “I’ve always felt that (this job) comes with the responsibility of making that daily half-hour a safe place for family fun “..Thank you for letting me into your life.”

The source noted: “Apparently the viewers who previously lambasted Pat for his unpleasant foot-in-mouth behavior have forgiven him. Many would like to see more from him in the future and Pat is counting on that. He will give a push.” ​​Ryan is gradually out, to the point where he probably wants to leave.