Beckham to Own an MLS Soccer Team?

t was recently announced that David Beckham had signed a five-year contract with the LA Galaxy soccer team, so that he can finish up his career in the United States. And now it has been revealed that as a stipulation in his contract, Beckham will be offered the opportunity to own a MLS soccer team when his contract is up.

Sources reveal that Beckham wants to leave a legacy in the US, long after his playing career is over with. Beckham is determined to put American soccer on the map, and having his name associated with a team could do wonders. He's already convinced Real Madrid teammate Ronaldo to join him in the MLS next season. Ronaldo will be joining the New York Red Bulls in the summer, and another European footballer, Luis Figo, is arranging a move to the MLS.

Beckham's involvement with the MLS and move to LA has already gained interest in the sport, and raised the profile of the league. It is rumored that league chiefs are investigating the number of "designated" players allowed to two per team. As it currently stands, MLS teams are allowed to sign one "superstar" each. But now they are thinking that they may be able to increase intrest if they can steal away some players from Europe.

A team could be set up for Beckham at the end of his contract if the league decides to create a new franchise. This has been done before, when the team Chivas USA were formed to appeal to Mexican immigrants.