Former football star David Beckham is reportedly interested in taking up street art.

The 38-year-old is said to be keen on creating a graffiti painting of his wife Victoria, reports dailystar.co.uk.

"Having dabbled with classic painting in the past, he now wants to do street art style," a source said.

"First he wants to portray (his) wife...He's been inspired to take a more edgy approach by his vast art collection, which includes works by Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin. It was his New Year resolution and he's finally getting round to it," the source added.