When David Beckham retired from professional soccer in 2013, he left behind a legacy that many athletes could only hope to achieve. Not only was he one of the most successful players of his generation, but he was also considered one of the most attractive men in the world. Thanks to his chiseled good looks and impeccable style, Beckham quickly became a fashion icon – and his physique was the envy of men everywhere.

Now, at the age of 47, Beckham is still in incredible shape. He regularly shares photos of his workouts on social media, and he frequently shows off his abs. But in a rare photo from the early 2000s, Beckham looks unrecognizable – and alarmingly thin.

Beckham looks shockingly lean in an unearthed photo

The picture, which was taken in the streets of England, shows Beckham walking with his wife, Victoria. While Victoria looks chic as always in all white and sunglasses, Beckham looks surprisingly skinny. His face is sunken, and his once-muscular frame looks shockingly skeletal.

It’s unclear why Beckham looks so different in this photo. He was still in the prime of his career at Manchester United at the time, and he was regularly in the public eye. It’s possible that he was going through a difficult time in his personal life, or that he was simply trying to stay in shape for the upcoming soccer season. What is clear, however, is that Beckham has come a long way since this photo was taken. He’s now a healthy and happy father of four, and he looks better than ever.

David Beckham could buy Manchester United

It’s no secret that the Glazer family is looking to sell Manchester United. After 18 years of owning the club, they are finally ready to move on. In light of this, a consortium from Qatar is one potential buyer looking to bid for the club. Additionally, Manchester United legend David Beckham has also been interested.

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In fact, with a net worth of $450 million, Beckham would have the resources to make a serious bid for the club. Of course, it would not be easy for Beckham to buy Manchester United on his own. He would likely need the help of some other wealthy investors.

But given his close relationship with Qatar (he was named an ambassador for Qatar during the World Cup), it’s not out of the realm of possibility. It would be a fascinating story if Beckham were to take over Manchester United. And while it might be a long shot, it’s not impossible! What do you think?

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