Article:Becks to Be MLS Owner?

'''According to a report to be aired on CBS 60 Minutes this coming Sunday, David Beckham has been granted an option to buy a franchise in Major League Soccer, together with with his manager Simon Fuller. The option kicks in at the conclusion of his five year playing contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy. There is no denying that keeping Becks' worldwide star appeal attached to MLS after his playing career is over would be a major boost to the league. His arrival at the Galaxy has rocketed the club's stature worldwide, resulting in a huge upsurge in jersey sales a recently concluded pre-season Asian tour that would have been unthinkable before he arrived.'''