David Beckham considers investing in Miami MLS franchise

"I think Miami fans are very passionate about their sports and very passionate about winning," he said. "It's definitely exciting."

Part of his LA Galaxy contract included an option to create a new MLS team by buying an "expansion franchise".

The 38-year-old former England captain met with representatives of the Miami-Dade Sports Commission as part of his trip to Florida as he plans the next stage of his career.

The former England captain also visited the Sun Life stadium, home to the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and a smaller stadium at Florida International University (FIU).

It is understood no firm agreements are in place for Beckham to buy an expansion franchise, and that other cities are also being considered.

Beckham retains a strong affinity for the game in the United States, having joined the Los Angeles Galaxy in 2007. He won back-to-back MLS Cups with the team in 2011 and 2012 before moving on to PSG in January of this year, Kazinform has learnt from the Guardian.

The state of Florida does not currently have a team in MLS, after both the Tampa Bay Mutiny and the Miami Fusion were cut from the league in 2001 as part of a restructuring exercise.

Beckham announced on May 16 that he would retire, and featured in his last professional game as Paris St Germain beat Brest two days later at the Parc des Princes.