David Beckham's death threat

The former England captain, David Beckham's security will be tightened to protect him from death threats when he moves to Los Angeles. Concerns that the soccer star who moves Stateside in the summer after signing a deal with Los Angeles Galaxy could become a target for criminals have resulted in heightened safety precautions. Becks know that they will have to deal with everything from death threats to kidnap plots and terrorist strikes when he arrives in Los Angeles.

A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper, "Security is the Beckhams' top priority. They'll cut absolutely no corners on this subject. Only the best will do, and then some. Los Angeles Galaxy has paid a lot of money for David. They will do everything to protect their asset."

David's new bosses at LA Galaxy the club with which Becks signed a 128m five-year contract are taking steps to ensure the stadium where he is playing is ultra-secure. Metal detectors are being installed at every entrance. David and wife Victoria, who have three sons, have recruited top security agency (which cares for some of America's biggest stars) to prepare for their new life in the US. The family will have round-the-clock protection from a team of minders, which include former CIA operatives. Their new home will be kitted out with 'fortress-style' locks and alarms. Even their fleet of cars will be upgraded to include features such as bulletproof glass.