David Beckham has signed a multi-million pound deal to publish his "first real autobiography".
The book will reveal details of his career and private life until the end of the 2002-03 season.
It will be published by HarperCollins in autumn 2003.
Topics covered will include his highs and lows during the World Cup 2002, his marriage to Victoria, the birth of his son Brooklyn, and the inspiration for his varied hairstyles and unusual outfits.
Beckham said: "Although I have been involved in one or two book projects before, this will be my first autobiography.
"I reckon that I have had a pretty interesting career so far and am looking forward to telling my story in my own words for the first time."
HarperCollins' Ms Amanda Ridout added: "This will be the publishing event of 2003. David will give us a fascinating insight into the private life of a man whose every move is followed on the world stage."
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