David Beckham has admitted he would love the chance to sign "born winner" Zlatan Ibrahimovic for his proposed Major League Soccer franchise in the future.
Former England skipper Beckham played alongside Ibrahimovic at French champions Paris Saint-Germain before his retirement from football in 2013.
Having enjoyed success at the likes of Manchester United and Real Madrid in Europe, Beckham's career in the United States saw him turn out for LA Galaxy and he eventually announced his intentions to begin an MLS franchise in Miami.
Beckham's team of investors have acquired land in Miami's Overtown neighbourhood, and they have been given MLS approval for the franchise, so the attention could soon turn to which stars will sign for the former midfielder's side.
It would seem Beckham has already set his eyes on one transfer target in particular, telling Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet: "We have received permission to build an arena and it will take three years ... maybe two, at best.
"If Ibrahimovic is still active, then I want to buy him right away. He is a physically magnificent specimen, so it's entirely possible.
"Who does not want a man who is prepared to kill to win?"
Ibrahimovic has been perennially linked with a move to the Premier League throughout his career, despite the Swede's insistence that he is loving life in Ligue 1.
The 34-year-old is on yet another hot streak in front of goal with Laurent Blanc's side, but Beckham for one is never surprised at the success Ibrahimovic has enjoyed after seeing his former teammates' dedication to the game first hand.
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"I've played with or against the very best in the world," Beckham said. "I want to say that I have never met anyone who was so serious during both practice and games.
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"When I came to Paris I knew that he was an incomparable talent as a player, but he'd be so tough and merciless on himself at all times, I had no idea.
"He is a born winner. He is a beast with huge self confidence, and I'm one of his biggest admirers."
