Caine: Beckham too young to be knighted

Sir Michael Caine has said he believes David Beckham is too young to be given a knighthood.

His comment follows rumours that Tony Blair has put the footballing superstar forward for the honour.

The legendary actor said he was confident that the 31-year-old could get the award - but said he thinks officials should wait for him to age.

"He strikes me as being very young," he declared on BBC Radio Five Live. "I was over twice his age when I got mine."

The 73-year-old added: "They should wait until he gets his first grey hair, like they did with me, then give him a knighthood."

Victoria Beckham, meanwhile, said she would be delighted if it were the case and would love to be known as a Lady. "Can you imagine?" she commented. "Oh, I’d love that, that would be quite fabulous!"

Caine was knighted six years ago aged 67.