Becks to Be MLS Owner?

According to a report to be aired on CBS 60 Minutes this coming Sunday, David Beckham has been granted an option to buy a franchise in Major League wog ball, together with with his manager Simon Fuller. The option kicks in at the conclusion of his five year playing contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy. There is no denying that keeping Becks' worldwide star appeal attached to MLS after his playing career is over would be a major boost to the league. His arrival at the Galaxy has rocketed the club's stature worldwide, resulting in a huge upsurge in jersey sales a recently concluded pre-season Asian tour that would have been unthinkable before he arrived.

Tyrone BriggsHall of Famer

617 days ago

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These days, David Beckham is as much of a soccer player as Zsa Zsa Gabor was an "actress". Famous for being famous. Big whoop.

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TrizzAll-American

617 days ago

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NO ONE CARES ABOUT THE MLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You think if Lebron went to play for Mexico or somebody that they will suddenly embrace basketball as one of their pastimes...

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Pittsburgh GunnyMajor Leaguer

615 days ago

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Some of us do care, oh yes some of us do.

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Bobbyjim45Draft Pick

617 days ago

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More reason to believe Beck only came here to make his wallet fatter. Does he even play?

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Alex HolowczakHall of Famer

616 days ago

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Of course he is only playing in America for the money. If you were getting on a bit, and no longer good enough to play at the top of European competition, and then offered the money he's on, would you say no?

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JuTMSY4Legend

616 days ago

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is there a european equivalent to LA?

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Sj-hypocycloidAll-American

617 days ago

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He must be looking for a tax write off or a significant debit.

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