It’s from Joe, so take it with a pinch of salt, but will be a shame if it’s true. It’s been refreshing to have a happy, more emotional Doctor for a change. Although yes some of the writing has been… Yeah… Still a big improvement on Chibnall’s era, but that’s a pretty low bar.
I agree with all of this, aside from the sonic sunglasses, Capaldi rocked them! Matt Berry would be amazing. Richard Ayoade would be my vote.