David Beckham set to launch Major League Soccer franchise in Miami
The city has long been identified as a potential MLS expansion area.
David Beckham is expected to launch his long-awaited Major League Soccer franchise in Miami on Monday.
The former England captain is to host a press conference alongside MLS commissioner Don Garber, it has been announced.
A press release from promoters said “an important announcement on the future of soccer in Miami will be made” at the conference, which will take place at the city’s high-profile Adrienne Arsht Center.
Miami has long been identified as a potential MLS expansion area but the Beckham-backed venture to take a team there has been beset by years of difficulties over the location of a possible new stadium.
The announcement suggests a solution has been found and Miami will be welcomed as MLS’ 25th club.
The 42-year-old, who began his career at Manchester United and also played for Real Madrid, AC Milan and Paris St Germain, spent almost six years with Galaxy.
