Source: Telegraph
David Beckham hoping AC Milan draw Manchester United in Champions League
Manchester United are one of six seeded teams Milan could be drawn against in Friday's draw in Nyon. [LNB]"I would really like to face my former team in the next round," said Beckham, who will join Milan on a six-month loan deal from the Los Angeles Galaxy when the transfer window re-opens. [LNB] Related ArticlesChampions League: guide to the last 16Daniels does a BeckhamBeckham to put 2018 role on holdEngland 'superheroes' will not faze USADavid Beckham connects with heart for 2018 bidBeckham accepts World Cup fate"Since I left (United) in 2003, I have not returned to play at Old Trafford. Seven years have gone by and I would like for that to happen. [LNB]"Me against Manchester, it would be beautiful, wouldn't it?" [LNB]The England midfielder, who won the Champions League with United in 1998, spent a decade at Old Trafford before moving to Real Madrid, and knows how challenging the tie against last season's runners-up would be. [LNB]"It would be very difficult," Beckham added. "But it will be very exciting. I like big challenges and I would love to play that type of game. [LNB]"I would love to win the Champions League because it is a special competition, where the strongest teams compete." [LNB]The 34-year-old's priority until then is to earn a regular spot in Leonardo's Milan. [LNB]Beckham was a key player for former AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti last season and the Galaxy star will be eager to earn a starting role under Leonardo in the hope of making Fabio Capello's squad for the World Cup 2010. [LNB]"I am delighted to return to Italy," said Beckham. "I can't wait to go back to Milan. I am counting the days and there is only two weeks to go. [LNB]"Above everything, I want to be a part of this fantastic group. It's not important which position I play in midfield, the important thing is how I play." [LNB]
