Maldini: Backing for Beckham
Paolo Maldini believes there are only positive motivations behind David Beckham’s desire to join AC Milan.
The Italian giants are in talks to sign Beckham on a short-term loan deal from Major League Soccer side Los Angeles Galaxy.
Commercial, rather than footballing, factors have been put forward as the reasons behind both parties’ wish to finalise the move.
But Milan captain Maldini is confident that the arrival of the experienced midfielder at the San Siro can have a positive impact on the team.
No reservations
“Beckham is coming here to train, to remain in good form and to still be an important part of his national team,” said Maldini.
“I feel they are all positive motivations.
“Milan has no reservations signing veteran players and has always taken into account the image and communication factors.
“As long as you have image and technical values together, all is well.”
Beckham would join a star-studded team, featuring Brazilian playmakers Kaka and Ronaldinho among others.
However, Maldini has warned that name alone does not guarantee success, as was evident at Beckham’s former club Real Madrid.
“The important thing (to remember) is that a team of ‘galacticos’ does not prevail,” added Maldini.
“If we were to fail again this year it would be a disaster.”
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