David Beckham buys 10% of an English club
The former midfielder of the English team continues to demonstrate his new facet of entrepreneur. After founding a team in Miami (International Football Club) that will be part of the next MLS, David Beckham acquired 10% of Salford City.
The set disputes the fifth division of English football and with its arrival, Beckham will share heritage with old acquaintances. In 2014, Salford City was acquired by five members of Manchester United's famous "Class of 92"; Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Gary and Phil Neville and Paul Scholes. They keep 10% each of the club property, while Peter Lim (owner of Valencia) is the wholesale partner and is responsible for ensuring economic stability.
"It's a proud moment for me to join Peter Lim and the class of 92 as the owner of Salford City. It's a club and a very special group for me. All my first years in Manchester were spent in Salford. I grew up there in many ways and finally I could join the boys and the club today is a great feeling, "Beckham mentioned in the presentation video that was posted on the club's social networks