No, David Beckham and Michael Owen are not considered close friends. While they shared time as teammates at Real Madrid and lived in the same city, their relationship appears to have been more professional than personal.
A Professional Acquaintance, Not a Close Friendship
Despite their overlapping careers and shared experience of playing for Real Madrid, Michael Owen has indicated that his relationship with David Beckham did not extend into a deep social friendship.
Shared Time at Real Madrid
Both English footballers joined Real Madrid, with David Beckham arriving in 2003 and Michael Owen in 2004. They were part of the famous "Galácticos" era, sharing the dressing room and the pressures of playing for one of the world's biggest clubs.
Social Distance Despite Proximity
Even though they were two English families residing abroad in the same city and in close geographical proximity, there was not much in the way of a social life between them. Owen revealed that their interactions were largely confined to their professional environment, suggesting a lack of close personal connection or social engagement outside of their club duties. This indicates that their bond was primarily that of teammates and colleagues rather than intimate friends.
