Preston North End chairman Derek Shaw has urged LA Galaxy star David Beckham to consider buying the club.

Beckham made his Football League debut as a teenager on loan at Deepdale and has a personal fortune estimated at around £100million.

The former Manchester United star and ex-England captain has expressed interest in investing in a club when he finally hangs up his boots and Shaw would welcome his arrival at Preston.

"We all remember David and I'm sure he remembers the time he spent here - even though it was only a month," Shaw told the Lancashire Evening Post.

"If he has still got our phone number then we'd be delighted to hear from him. We have always made it clear that we would be prepared to talk to anyone who has a genuine interest in this club and would like to invest.

"I know David has spoken well of Preston North End over the years. And if he is looking for a club to get involved in, then what better club than the one he made his league debut for?"