PSG in David Beckham charm offensive

05 November 2011 11:28
Paris St Germain have gone on the charm offensive in their bid to lure David Beckham to the French league leaders.[LNB]Qatari investors have ploughed millions into the capital club since buying it in May, and the 36-year-old former England captain, whose LA Galaxy contract ends in the coming weeks, is seen as a key target.[LNB]'David Beckham goes beyond the sport. He is an ambassador, he is a brand, he is an example to others,' PSG president Nasser al-Khelaifi said. 'But he is also still a very good football player whose age is not a problem.'    [LNB] Another Galaxy: David Beckham is set to leave LA later this month[LNB] Beckham inspired Galaxy to Major League Soccer's Western Conference final with a 2-1 win over New York Red Bulls earlier this week.    [LNB]The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and AC Milan star has said he is yet to decide on his future and will wait for the MLS season to end. Retirement is not on his mind and he is keen on a spot in Britain's 2012 Olympic team.    [LNB]He told the Telegraph: 'People are saying that I'll go to Paris St Germain because my wife would love Paris but the deciding factor will be about what is best for my family and for me to keep playing - none of my moves have been about Brand Beckham.[LNB] Capital gains: Paris St Germain are flying high in the French league[LNB]Galaxy team-mate Landon Donovan, who is a target for Everton, has said the players are 'assuming' Beckham, who has the right to buy an MLS franchise when he retires, will renew his contract with the LA club.[LNB]Premier League clubs Queens Park Rangers and Tottenham have shown interest in the player but he has often said he would find it difficult to play for any other in England than his beloved Manchester United.[LNB] Beckham demands a full English as attention turns to Capello's successorDaily Mail world football blogger. News, views, features and funniesAll the news and views from world footballBecks' American dream lives on as Galaxy crush Henry's Red Bulls to reach MLS final[LNB]

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