Wayne Lineker announces shock closure of O Beach venue after 2 years – but teases future comeback

WAYNE Lineker has announced the shock closure of an O Beach venue just two years after it opened its doors. The 64-year-old‘s lavish Dubai club, which has been described as a “beachfront haven,” has been forced to shut up shop. O Beach has been known to host some of the UK’s biggest stars Credit: Instagram @waynelineker Katie Price and Wayne Lineker have been spotted together at the beach club Credit: INSTAGRAM @waynelineker Wayne explained the reason tor the closure was “ongoing development of the surrounding area,” but didn’t rule out a future comeback. The club owner decided to expanded his lucrative business in the UAE after finding mega success with O Beach Ibiza. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! Wayne and his co-owner Tony Truman today shared a statement on the closure. They wrote: “Since opening our doors, O Beach Dubai has welcomed guests from Dubai and around the world, creating unforgettable experiences and memories along the way. Read more on Wayne Lineker “Our current venue has now closed its doors due to the ongoing redevelopment of the surrounding area, which means we are no longer able to offer the full beachfront experience that defines O Beach and that our guests have come to expect. “From day one, our vision has always been to create an unrivalled beach club experience, and we remain committed to that vision.” “We’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has been part of O Beach Dubai — our guests, partners, artists and dedicated team,” they continued. “We’re incredibly grateful for the loyalty, passion and support we’ve received since day one.” Most read in Showbiz Conor McGregor is a huge fan of O Beach and has returned many times over the years Credit: INSTAGRAM @waynelineker Wayne Lineker has revealed O Beach Dubai has been forced into closure Credit: obeachdubai/Instagram They added: “While our current venue has now closed, O Beach remains fully committed to Dubai, and we look forward to sharing more about our future home in due course. “Thank you for being part of O Beach Dubai.” One fan wrote: “Grateful to have been given the opportunity to be part of O Beach Dubai.” Another fan penned: “O Beach was built for Ibiza not Dubai. Too many awesome venues here already! At least you tried.” Celebrity hotspot O Beach Ibiza, originally named Ocean Beach, first opened in June 2012. The party venue is known for hosting major stars including, Ed Sheeran, Conor McGregor, Jason Derulo, Jack Grealish, and Lewis Capaldi. Wayne planned to unveil O Beach Dubai in 2020 but the launch was delayed due until 2024 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and development site complications on Palm Jumeirah. He previously said of the Dubai venue: “It’s stunning. As much as I love Ocean Ibiza, this is the most beautiful beach club I have ever seen in my life. It’s incredible.” Comment now