David Beckham will no longer appear as the face of Pepsi
after ending his big money deal with the soft drinks giant, it has
been disclosed.
After 10 years advertising the fizzy pop brand, Beckham, 33,
will not be renewing his contract, which was reportedly worth £2
million a year.
The 33-year-old father-of-three, who is on loan to AC Milan from
his US team LA Galaxy, said: "I have nothing but good memories of
my association with Pepsi."
He said: "I've played a gladiator, a cowboy, a surfer, and
worked alongside Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez as well as some of the
biggest names in world football.
"I hope everyone who has seen the work enjoyed it as much as I
enjoyed making it."
It is understood the end of the Pepsi deal will leave Beckham
more time to focus on other products.
Over the years he has been associated with a whole range of
brands, including Gillette, adidas, Vodafone and Armani.
A PepsiCo spokesman said: "Pepsi is proud to have worked with
David Beckham for 10 years, during which time he has been among the
most successful and inspiring international footballers of all
time.
"Our partnership has been one of the most enduring in global
brand history and David will always be part of our Pepsi
family.
"David's football legacy will live on and everyone at Pepsi will
continue to be as passionate about his success as we have been over
the last 10 years."
The Press Association
