Clarence Seedorf is excited about the loan arrival of LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham to AC Milan. Beckham said after England's 3-0 win over Belarus on Wednesday night that the deal for him to rejoin the Rossoneri in the winter transfer window - a move he wants to make to improve his chances of making Fabio Capello's World Cup squad - was almost done.

Dutchman Seedorf said: "Beckham can certainly help Milan. I would be happy if he returns.

"We became friends during his loan spell here, and for that reason it would make me happy to see him return.

"I have been in contact with him several times and, if the deal can be done, it will be good for Milan and for him too because it would be a pity not to see him in the World Cup.

"He is a player who has already given an important contribution to Milan and I am convinced that he would continue to do so if he returns to Milan."