In a bold move, David Beckham and Gary Neville have set their sights on elevating Salford City to new heights after acquiring the League Two team as part of a promising consortium. The duo, along with former Manchester United teammates Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Phil Neville, and Paul Scholes, have taken over the club and are ready to inject significant funds to propel its growth.
Following the departure of majority shareholder Peter Lim in 2024, Beckham and Neville embarked on a quest to find the right investment partners to steer Salford towards success both on and off the field. After months of deliberation, they decided to team up with Declan Kelly, founder of US advisory firm Consello, and Lord Mervyn Davies, chairman of the Lawn Tennis Association, who will serve as co-chairs of Salford’s board.
The new partnership aims to replicate the success story of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, who recently achieved three consecutive promotions with Wrexham, a club they acquired in 2021. With their eyes set on the Premier League’s Second Division, Beckham and Neville are determined to lead Salford City to glory.
Beckham and Neville’s vision for Salford City is clear – they are committed to transforming the club into a powerhouse both on and off the pitch. With their combined expertise and resources, the future looks bright for the League Two team as they embark on a new era under the leadership of these football legends.
