LA Galaxy star David Beckham is being linked with a takeover of Leyton Orient.

The Sun says O's owner and chairman Barry Hearn confirmed he is in talks with Beckham's agent Terry Byrne.

Hearn, who bought the club in 1995, said: "It's true I'm in discussions with Terry Byrne over the possibility of selling Orient.

"I've always said I'm a fan of the club but it doesn't mean I have to be the owner so long as I can guarantee its long-term survival.

"At this stage we're only in discussions but it only takes a minute to agree something if it's in the best interests of the club."

Byrne's close bond with Beckham dates back to France 98 when Byrne was England physio. He comforted Becks after his red card against Argentina and became an advisor when the player dumped his agent Tony Stevens.