David Beckham Knighthood: Manchester United – Man Utd legend David Beckham is in line to be finally knighted as Sir David Beckham. The development comes ten years after he was embroiled in a tax-avoidance scheme. The taxman had upgraded his status to red (not eligible) which has finally changed to green.
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MPs and charity campaigners praised has praised the move England’s legendary player and a prolific charity fundraiser.
“As someone who has been very critical of footballers in the past, I actually think this is long overdue for David Beckham,” said Tory MP Andrew Bridgen.
“He’s made good on his tax issues, has raised millions for various charities and, of course, was instrumental in our Olympics bid,” he added.
The move comes two years after David and Victoria were named two of Britain’s highest taxpayers (£12.7million in 12 months).
David Beckham Knighthood: Manchester United legend all set to be knighted as Sir David Beckham
Ten years ago, he was caught in a tax avoidance scheme and blacklisted by the Inland Revenue. In August, The firm won a multi million-pound appeal against authorities and approached tax officials to settle his claim.
‘David has been a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for the past 18 years, and has worked tirelessly for them. He’s really not expecting anything at this stage — but to receive an honour now would be beyond anything he could ever imagine,’ added a source close to Becks.
“In 2013 David was told the only reason he was overlooked for a knighthood was because of the tax fiasco. Now it’s been cleared up, there is absolutely no reason for him not to be honoured. He would obviously be utterly thrilled with a knighthood — but is under no illusions and will only believe it when he sees it,” said a source told The Sun.
- In 2003 Beckham was awarded an OBE for services to football. He has played 115 games for England and led the country for six years.
- David’s heroics for England included a wonder goal against Greece that helped England qualify for the 2002 World Cup.
- He made his debut for Man Utd vs Leeds in 1995 and retired in 2013 after winning 19 major trophies with stints also at Real Madrid & LA Galaxy.
- He played a key role in helping London host the 2012 Olympic Games.
- The dad of four has raised around £50million for charity.
- Besides David Beckham’s Sir status, his wife Victoria, 47, becomes Lady Beckham.
David Beckham Knighthood: Manchester United legend finally set to be knighted as Sir David Beckham after 10 years delay- check why?
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