‘No truth’ in Beckham rumours

DAVID BECKHAM has issued a statement saying there is “absolutely no truth” in rumours about him on the internet.

E-mail users around Ireland and Britain have been circulating claims about the Manchester United star which first appeared on a web site.

But in a statement, his spokeswoman said repeating the rumours could result in legal action.

“We are aware there are malicious rumours circulating in the media about David Beckham.

“There is absolutely no truth whatsoever in these rumours and the web site we believe to be the source of these rumours has been contacted and all defamatory material has been removed.

“No publication of these rumours should be made as it would result in legal liability for defamation,” she said.

The internet rumours come shortly after the couple were forced to step up security following an alleged kidnap plot. They now have a more visible minder presence and have taken greater security precautions at their homes.

Meanwhile, Inter Milan deny they are to launch a bid for Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs.

Reports had suggested that club president Massimo Moratti was about to support an attempt to lure the Welshman to the San Siro. But the club issued a statement, saying: “With regards to supposed declarations which Massimo Moratti gave in relation to Ryan Giggs, FC Internazionale state that the president has not made these declarations and has not even thought about the issue.”