Comeback DJ Chris Evans has been lined up to take over the veteran DJ Johnnie Walker next month.

Evans will take over Walker�s prime time �Drivetime� slot every week day afternoon/evening.

Speaking about the new opportunity Evans said: "To take over from Johnnie Walker is an absolute honour,"

"The guy is a legend; he helped me get my first job at the BBC back in 1990."

"Drivetime is hugely important. In many ways it mirrors the breakfast show as a transition for people between work and home.

"It's our job to help that journey be less of a thing to dread and more of a thing to look forward to."

Walker who has presented the popular Radio 2 show for several years said of his departure: "After seven years on one show I feel it's time for a change."

He will be sadly missed.