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David Beckham had left Real Madrid to join Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy as per a five-year deal reportedly worth 128 million pounds. The star had conceded that after considering several options to continue in Real Madrid or join any other European or British terms, he decided to join LA Galaxy. The deal is said to consist of his salary, existing sponsorship contracts, merchandising shirt sales and a share of the club’s profits. Beckham said that he was looking forward to grow the world’s most popular game in a country that is as passionate about its sport like England. LA Galaxy General Manager Alexai Lalas believes that among others, the interesting things that Beckham could bring about is the attention he would bring to the sport and to American soccer. Real Madrid confirmed Beckham’s departure stating that both the parties have decided not to extend their contract beyond 30 June,2007. Beckham is the biggest name to sign up for Major League Soccer since its inception in 1996. Sports and entertainment giants AEG, who also hold a stake in Beckham’s soccer academy in Los Angeles, own LA Galaxy. AEG President Timothy J. Leiweke believes that David is the truly the only individual who can build the ‘bridge’ between soccer in America and the rest of the world.