David Beckham admits he's made a big sacrifice extending his stay at AC Milan.

Victoria Beckham and the family have remained in Los Angeles during the Milan loan spell, but are said to be looking for a house by Lake Como for the permanent move in November.

Beckham said: "It's tough not spending time with [my sons]. I've missed two of their birthdays in the last few weeks. It is really hard because I'm so passionate as a dad as well and I miss them so much.

"They'll understand when they are big boys and they can say to their friends their daddy played for AC Milan, Real Madrid and Manchester United. They'll understand."