Becks calls for consultation

Former Man United star wants players and fans to be considered

Last updated: 15th February 2008

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David Beckham insists the Premier League must consult supporters and players before moving forward with plans to play matches overseas.

Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore has proposed to extend the season to 39 games from 2010/11 by introducing an 'international round' of fixtures.

Fifa president Sepp Blatter has vowed to block the proposal, which would see each top flight club play one additional overseas fixture, and Beckham is now calling for caution.

The 20 Premier League clubs have voted in favour of the plans, but former Manchester United midfielder Beckham, who is now at Los Angeles Galaxy, has called for consultation with players and fans.

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"They have got to be careful because there are so many games, so much football, in the Premier League already," said Beckham.

"It has got to be looked at long and hard, and many people have to be asked for their opinions, like the players and fans.

"It would be nice for the fans to be asked what their ideas and thoughts are because they are the people that make that league and they are the ones it is going to affect.

"Ask the fans, ask the players and go from there."