Becks planning to base MLS team in 25,000-capacity stadium on Miami waterfront

Former England football captain David Beckham has reportedly plans to base his Major League Soccer (MLS) team in a 25,000-seat stadium on Miami's waterfront.

Beckham's option to purchase a franchise is believed to have been part of the financial package he negotiated when he joined the Los Angeles Galaxy in 2007, for whom he played until 2012.

According to the BBC, the former Manchester United player, who retired last May, flew to Miami to drum up support for the open-air stadium, which would sit next to the Miami Heat basketball team's arena and will feature steep grandstands to give fans the feeling of being on top of the action.

Stating that everything has been positive for him so far, Beckham however, admitted that there would be criticism over his plans, although he added that he is ready to handle everything that would be thrown at him.

Beckham also said that the important part for him and his team is getting every sort of support on their side and make them realise why they want to bring the team to Miami and why they want to have the stadium at a certain place.

Should the Port of Miami site fall through, Beckham's investor group has other areas under consideration, including one near the Miami International Airport and another at Florida International University, the report added.