Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy and England football super star David Beckham this week revealed his plans to home his MLS team in Miami at a press conference.
Beckham left LA Galaxy in 2012 and since has made his intentions to manage or own his own team clear after he took advantage of a contract clause allowing him to take part In a $25 million franchise option with the club.
Investors will assist in the ex England captains ambitious plans to build a 28,000 seated stadium on the Miami waterfront and in a recent press conference confirms rumours that Beckham and his group of investors will fully finance the operation themselves.
Those opposed to the build are concerned for the local economy and have as the Florida Marlins Baseball team only just completed their own stadium build on the site next to the plot Beckham will build his own in Port Miami. The 38 year old will also be considering other sites but his open top stadium and has put together plans for the 36 Acre site to include shops and restaurants which he hopes will boost local support in favour of the $200 million development.
Beckham's property advisor has stated that funds are in place and the build is ready to go ahead with an ambitious target of hiving a team in place by 2016.
The trip to Miami has delivered mixed opinions on the future of the retired star. Finalisation of the development will take place in the coming months but for now Beckham and his advisors are excited for his and Miami's future.
By @LucyeWare
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