David Beckham supporting Remain campaign

Former England and Manchester United football star David Beckham is the latest well-known British figure to signify his support for the Remain camapaign in Thursday's European Union referendum.

The 41-year-old said that Britain will always be "great" regardless of the outcome of the historic vote in two days time.

Beckham shared a photograph on Instagram of himself and former French teammate Eric Cantona together at Old Trafford, with a heartfelt message encouraging others to follow suit and vote Remain.

"We live in a vibrant and connected world where together as a people we are strong. For our children and their children we should be facing the problems of the world together and not alone," the post said.

The former midfielder, who has played for Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, Paris Saint Germain and AC Milan, said that his experience with international teammates confirms his belief that cooperation is key.

"I grew up with a core group of young British players. Added to that was an experienced group of older British players such as Gary Pallister, Steve Bruce and Paul Ince. Now that team might have gone on to win trophies but we were a better and more successful team because of a Danish goalkeeper, Peter Schmeichel, the leadership of an Irishman Roy Keane and the skill of a Frenchman in Eric Cantona."

Beckham went on to speak about the privilege he had of playing in some of Europe's biggest clubs and cities.

"Those great European cities and their passionate fans welcomed me and my family and gave us the opportunity to enjoy their unique and inspiring cultures and people."

Prime Minister David Cameron tweeted shortly after Beckham's announcement that he was "delighted" with the news from the former England captain.

Leave campaigner Michael Gove responded by saying that they had their own former captain of the country's football team on their side.

"Sol Campbell is for Leave, as indeed, I think, is John Barnes. As a QPR fan I know what it's like to support the underdog,' the Justice Secretary said in a BBC interview this morning.