West Ham United co-owner hoping to persuade former Manchester United and England star David Beckham to Upton Park
11:48am Wednesday 21st November 2012 in Latest Football News
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West Ham United co-owner David Gold has admitted he would be keen to bring former Manchester United and England star David Beckham to the club.
The 37-year-old has confirmed his departure from LA Galaxy next month and the Hammers are hoping they can persuade him to return to East London.
Gold said: "He was an ambassador for the London 2012 bid and it would be a fantastic statement if he came to us.
"He's an East End boy and it would be a fitting end to his career. We've also been mindful of his value as an ambassador to help us secure the Olympic Stadium."
Tolkny says...
4:38pm Wed 21 Nov 12
Whereas if he were to sign for Leyton Orient that would be his real local team and there is almost no chance of Os getting a match against Manchester United,.
Plus he could still play a home match at The Olympic Stadium in Stratford as Os claim to be a tenant is just as strong as West Ham's