By now, it has become something of a national running joke that David Beckham has had a years-long campaign for his place amongst the knights of the realm. But now it seems the former England captain will receive exactly that in the King's Birthday Honour's List next week.

Manchester United legend David Beckham will be given a knighthood in King Charles' birthday honours list, according to British media reports.

Beckham was first nominated in 2011, following a glittering football career that included 115 appearances for England and successful stints at top clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid and more.