Beckham set to join AC Milan

DAVID BECKHAM is poised to show Fabio Capello he is firmly committed to playing for England through to the 2010 World Cup by signing for the Italian’s former club, AC Milan.

Milan expect Beckham to join them on loan this winter, and by forsaking the chance of a break between Major League Soccer seasons, the former England captain would be making a clear statement of his ambition.

Beckham should retain his place in the England squad for the planned friendly against Spain in February as a result of the move – England head coach Capello had warned he would be left out if he was not playing club football.