Morrissey has lashed out at Victoria and David Beckham, calling for them to be "flogged".

The outspoken singer isn't one to mince his words and it seems the famous celebrity couple are the latest name on his verbal hit list.

Speaking to Loaded, the Smiths man said that if he had his way, the Beckhams - who are rumoured to be returning to the UK following a lengthy stint in the US - would be taken away and "flogged". He said:

"I'd...have the Peckhams dragged to the edge of the village and flogged because they are insufferable to anyone of intelligence, and they actively chase the paparazzi."

He continued: "We don't seem to realise that David and Victoria Peckham will soon be back and God forbid they will be bestowed with titles Sir and Lady Peckham, this is what's wrong with this country, we don't seem to care."

Morrissey also attacked football, adding: "Football often seems to me to have no meaning whatsoever other than just to be there. It can't be elevated any higher because so many footballers are paid £200,000 a week, yet couldn't identify a harp."

37-year-old footballer David Beckham left LA Galaxy in December but has yet to decide on his future plans.