Tom Brady 'eyes stunning retirement U-turn' at 50 as Patrick Mahomes and co warned

Tom Brady is reportedly eyeing a sensational comeback to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

A source claims that the legendary Super Bowl champion is eager to clinch a gold medal to complement his seven Super Bowl rings and reaffirm his status as the greatest footballer of all time. NFL owners have recently approved a vote allowing players to participate in the games in three years' time.

This decision has prompted some flag football stars to issue challenges to big names like Patrick Mahomes, warning they must earn their places in the squad. However, none of this seems to have discouraged Brady, who is keen to write his name in the Olympics history books.

"He wants a Gold medal. And what better way to remain the GOAT and return to the sport he loves, by helping his country win gold," an insider revealed to the .

"He knows he would be able to help and excel in that environment and since his life is very much scheduled and has a tight regimen, so many things could fall into place for him around that time. With the Olympics being in LA, he wouldn't have to travel far. And it would culminate in one of the best birthdays ever."

Brady retired "for good" just over two years ago after briefly returning from retirement to play the 2022 season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Should he stick to his ambitions, Brady, who is currently 47, will be hitting the half-century mark by the time the 2028 Olympics come around. Since hanging up his boots, the NFL icon has snapped up a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders and bagged a lucrative $375million contract with FOX Sports as a commentator.

However, it appears Brady still harbours a burning desire to compete and clinch an Olympic gold. Minnesota Vikings' wide receiver Justin Jefferson also expressed his desire over the prospect of competing at the Olympic Games.

"To be honest, I'm at a loss for words," admitted the Vikings ace. "To think about the chance of playing in the Olympics and getting a gold medal, it's a dream."

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell couldn't hide his excitement about the announcement and seized the opportunity to reiterate that football transcends national borders.

"It's an incredible honor for any athlete to represent their country in the Olympics, which is the pinnacle of global sport," he enthused.

"I know first-hand that the inclusion of flag football in the Olympics has sparked a tremendous amount of excitement among NFL players interested in the chance to compete for their country on the world stage. We are thrilled that they will now have that chance."