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Renowned football star David Beckham visits Istanbul with son Romeo

Renowned football star David Beckham visits Istanbul with son Romeo UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador David Beckham attends a session during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. January 21, 2025. (Photo via Halil Sagirkaya, AA).
By Newsroom
Feb 4, 2025 11:00 AM

David Beckham, the globally renowned retired footballer, has arrived in Istanbul with his son Romeo Beckham and Romeo’s girlfriend Gray Sorrenti. The famous family’s visit to Türkiye quickly gained attention on social media.

While in Istanbul, David Beckham took the opportunity to meet with the players of the Besiktas Women’s Football Team. Beckham shared memorable moments from this visit on his social media, where he also interacted with the players, signing autographs and posing for photos.

Renowned football star David Beckham visits Istanbul with son Romeo
David Beckham meeting with Besiktas Women’s Football Team. (Photo via X).

Romeo Beckham, along with his girlfriend Gray Sorrenti, explored the iconic sights of the city, including the Grand Bazaar. Romeo posted a picture of himself with the Turkish flag, followed by more photos from their tour of the Bazaar, which garnered significant attention online.

Renowned football star David Beckham visits Istanbul with son Romeo
UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador David Beckham attends a session during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Jan. 21, 2025. (Photo via Halil Sagirkaya, AA).

David Beckham’s visit to Istanbul was reportedly for a commercial shoot. This visit came after the football star had previously expressed admiration for Turkish football at the World Economic Forum in Davos, mentioning his fondness for Turkish players and recalling his experiences playing in Türkiye.

Renowned football star David Beckham visits Istanbul with son Romeo
Romeo Beckham (L) and his girlfriend Gray Sorrenti visiting historic sites in Istanbul. (Photo via X).

Romeo and Gray’s trip also included a visit to Eminonu, where Romeo posted photos that quickly gained likes and comments from fans.

Renowned football star David Beckham visits Istanbul with son Romeo
Romeo Beckham shares a smile with the Turkish flag on his Instagram post. (Photo via Instagram).

Beckham’s family trip to Istanbul has been a hit on social media, drawing attention both for their interactions with the local football community and their exploration of the city’s historical landmarks.

Last Updated:  Feb 4, 2025 11:00 AM