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Roman Kemp Says David Beckham Asked Him to 'Look After' Romeo During Seven-a-Side Games

Roman Kemp says the father’s plea came after rivals targeted Romeo at local seven-a-side matches.

Overview

  • Kemp detailed the private request in a new interview published by the Sun’s Bizarre column.
  • He and Romeo play for a local side called Netflix n' Skills alongside singer Tom Grennan and former goalkeeper Petr Cech.
  • Kemp says Beckham delivered the message at Romeo’s birthday party a few weeks earlier.
  • Kemp reports that Romeo has faced taunts and occasional rough treatment because of his high profile.
  • He told teammates that “DB7 told us we had to look after Romeo,” underscoring a protective team ethos.