David Beckham is said to have made £72 million this year as a result of the enormous popularity of his Netflix documentary.

The former footballer, 48, and his wife, Victoria, 49, are expected to make £100 million next year, after Victoria’s fashion firm made a profit for the first time in 15 years.

Their candid four-part documentary, which debuted on October 4, provided an inside look at the Beckhams’ marriage, early romance, family life, and David’s football career.

According to corporate numbers released on Friday, David Beckham Ventures Limited and Seven Global LLP made a profit of £72.6 million from sponsorships and his production firm.

According to a recent analysis, the documentary, which drew a record-breaking 3.8 million viewers in its first week, added more than £20 million to company earnings.

‘It’s been a golden year for Goldenballs. The Netflix documentary deal was worth over £20 million alone and its huge success has been vindication,’ an insider told The Sun.

‘David continues to be flooded with commercial and partnership offers and has never been more in demand – despite retiring 10 years ago. The couple are on course to make over £100m next year which is quite astonishing.’