David Beckham has urged the Premier League to listen to fans and players before moving forward with plans to play matches overseas.

The former England captain, 32, believes the concept could boost the competition's global appeal but fears domestic supporters risk being frozen out.

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

"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."

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