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David Beckham has disclosed an unexpected financial windfall amid speculation he could front a Manchester United takeover bid.

Following Saudi sports chief Turki Al-Sheikh's hints that fresh investment was on the cards at Old Trafford , additional reports have indicated an unnamed consortium from the UAE is preparing to table an offer for the Glazers' stake in the club.

The group reportedly wants Beckham, whose estimated net worth stands at approximately £300million, to feature in the bid, though as a figurehead rather than a financial backer. Beckham's income has skyrocketed since hanging up his boots, courtesy of numerous commercial partnerships and shrewd investments.

He also holds part-ownership of MLS outfit Inter Miami and Salford City, whose main owners

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