David Beckham receives surprise financial boost as net worth continues to soar

David Beckham revealed a surprise financial windfall amid speculation he could spearhead a Manchester United takeover. Since Saudi sports supremo Turki Al-Sheikh sparked controversy by hinting that fresh investment was on the horizon at Old Trafford, additional reports have indicated an unknown consortium from the UAE is preparing to table an offer for the Glazers' stake in the club.

It's alleged the group desires Beckham, who boasts a rising net worth of approximately £300million, to participate in the proposal, albeit as a representative rather than a financial backer. Beckham's income has rocketed since hanging up his boots, courtesy of numerous commercial agreements and shrewd investments.

He also holds part-ownership of MLS outfit Inter Miami and League Two side Salford City, whose main ownership collective features his close friend, Gary Neville.

During a recent trip to Salford, Beckham disclosed to Neville a monetary surprise he had lately discovered.

Chatting to Neville whilst they explored the city as part of a club documentary programme, Beckham remarked: "Do you remember our pensions? I forgot I had a pension."

Neville then joked: "That's when you know you've got a lot of money, when you forget you've got a pension!"

Beckham continued: "I found my pension, it's gone up quite a lot."

Neville, who has since become a successful businessman, reminisced about a pension-related setback he once experienced. He revealed: "My PFA pension, there was a maximum cap you could put in. Do you remember that? I got to the cap and moved my pension money into another pension so I could buy commercial property. Lost everything."

As Beckham chuckled at his friend's misfortune, Neville retorted: "It's not funny!" When asked if he had always been a savvy businessman, Beckham quipped: "Obviously not!"

Neville conceded: "That's probably the one big mistake that I've made. But your pension should be the safest thing in the world."

Despite Beckham's pension revelation, it is unlikely to impact any potential takeover bid for United, with the Glazers reportedly seeking around £5billion for the club. The unpopular American owners have taken a backseat since Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS Group acquired a 27.7 per cent stake and took over football operations.

However, under Ratcliffe's stewardship, the team hasn't progressed, while controversial mass cuts have been implemented off the pitch, leading to disgruntled United fans calling for a change of direction.