David Beckham asked to back Man Utd takeover bid by UAE consortium – reports

David Beckham has been linked to a takeover bid at Manchester United. Pic: Daniel Leal-Olivas/PA

David Beckham has been approached to back a takeover bid for Manchester United, according to reports.

Rumours are swirling about a consortium from the United Arab Emirates preparing to make an offer to buy the Glazers’ majority shareholding in the club.