David Beckham is open to holding talks with potential bidders for Manchester United, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
Prospective buyers could seek to enlist the former Old Trafford player to boost their chances of taking over the Premier League club. An attempt to win over Beckham would come after the club’s US owners said they were considering a sale that could value it at up to £7bn.
The former England captain’s history with United and affinity with its fans could prove vital to any bidders if the Glazers go ahead with a deal, the people said. The current owners said they would “consider all strategic alternatives” so an outright sale is not guaranteed.