He is known for his love of rural life at his Cotswolds home.

And David Beckham was in true farmer mode on Friday as he took to Instagram to share a hilarious snap showing him brandishing a baby goat.

While the cute animal certainly turned heads, David’s hair was stealing the show as he displayed a wholly thinner look to his most recent Instagram selfie, in which he posed alongside fellow football ace Thierry Henry two days before.

It is unclear whether the image was a throwback or if the star – known for his passion for changing hairdos – had once again reached for the clippers.

The former England captain, 48, shared the Instagram post alongside a cheeky caption referencing Lionel Messi, his signing at his team Inter Miami.

Here he is: David Beckham, 48, showed off a sparse buzzcut just two days after showcasing a thicker thatch as he beamed while cradling a baby goat in sweet snap shared on Instagram on Friday

Hey there: The former England captain, 48, shared the Instagram post alongside a cheeky caption referencing Lionel Messi , his signing at his team Inter Miami

Here they are: Referencing the term GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) – used to describe sportspeople at the top of their game – he penned: ‘Found a little friend in the country. And no Harper Seven sorry we can’t keep it. we have enough G.O.A.Ts right now @intermiamicf’ (David and Messi pictured in July)

Referencing the term GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) – used to describe sportspeople at the top of their game – he penned: ‘Found a little friend in the country. And no Harper Seven sorry we can’t keep it. we have enough G.O.A.Ts right now @intermiamicf’.

Back in July, David and his Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas officially welcomed Messi – deemed one of the greatest players in modern times – to the team for a whopping $60m per year – undoubtedly making him the jewel in David’s crown.

Moving away from the pitch however and back to his farm, David looked delighted as he held the baby goat while rocking a waxed jacket and blue shirt.

In his snap, he was showing off his close buzzcut which appeared to have thinner hair coverage than what he had displayed earlier in the week.

David’s latest sweet Instagram post comes after he was announced as the new brand partner for Nespresso, in his latest big-money deal. He already boasts a net worth of £372 million, and has now joined forces with the coffee brand for a new campaign.

Announcing the partnership on Instagram, David appeared in a promotional clip enjoying one of Nespresso’s famous drinks.

Speaking about the campaign, David said: ‘I’ve always loved Nespresso coffee.

‘Whether I am having a quiet moment at home with my family or preparing myself for a business meeting, the variety of blends is great, it’s so simple to make, and every cup tastes incredible.

New look: David is known for his array of hairdos (pictured in 2001)

Bored? Last month David shared a snap revealing he had ‘got bored’ so chopped his hair off

Cashing in! David’s latest sweet Instagram post comes after he was announced as the new brand partner for Nespresso, in his latest big-money deal. He already boasts a net worth of £372 million, and has now joined forces with the coffee brand for a new campaign

With Nespresso, David will share an exclusive view of the genuine coffee moments he enjoys.

This includes quiet moments to himself around his hectic schedule, making his favourite Nespresso coffees and recipes, highlighting how he needs a moment of mindfulness, either with family or to himself as part of his morning ritual.

Anna Lundstrom, CEO for Nespresso in the UK and ROI said: ‘David Beckham has always had an unforgettable style, taste and passion for creating elevated experiences which are many of the qualities of Nespresso.

‘We are delighted to be working with David to showcase his genuine love for the nations favourite drink and his journey of coffee discovery, as well as showing how even the routine coffee moments; with family, with friends, and ourselves, can make every day even more meaningful.’

This is just the latest in a long line of brand deals for David, with the sportsman seen posing for a campaign with Italian motorists Maserati in February.

Earlier this year, it was revealed that David earned a jaw-dropping £657,322 per week in 2022 – as he and his wife Victoria shared an £8million dividend from their business empire.

The power couple entered 2022 feeling flush after sales across their ventures surged following lockdowns – with the former Spice Girl’s fashion range making a loss.

Beckham Brand Holdings, which acts as the umbrella company for David’s investments and branding and Victoria’s fashion and beauty firm, revealed in accounts filed that profits for 2021 hit £19.1m, up from £11.6m a year earlier.

New job: Announcing the partnership on Instagram, David appeared in a promotional clip enjoying one of Nespresso’s famous drinks

Most came from DB Ventures – the former England footballer’s brand is licensed to the likes of video games producer Electronic Arts, Adidas, watch company Tudor, whisky brand Haig Club and car manufacturer Maserati.

DB Ventures’ turnover shot up from £11.4million to £34million, while profits climbed from £12.9million to £24.1million.

Victoria’s arm, which has in the past been propped up by her husband’s success, saw losses fall from £8.7million to £5.9million as sales climbed 13 per cent to £40.9million.

Victoria Beckham Holdings, part-owned by the Beckhams and part-owned by London private equity firm Neo Investment Partners, kicked off a turnaround plan in 2021.

Hunky: ‘Whether I am having a quiet moment at home with my family or preparing myself for a business meeting, the variety of blends is great,’ David said