DAVID BECKHAM has vowed not to celebrate if he scores against Manchester United in the Champions League. The England midfielder made 394 appearances for the Red Devils before being sold to Real Madrid for £25million in 2003.
And Beckham, now on loan at AC Milan from LA Galaxy, comes up against Alex Ferguson's men for the first time next week when United travel to the San Siro.
An emotional return to Old Trafford then awaits for the second leg on March 10.
But despite the size of the contest, Beckham believes it would be inappropriate to celebrate should he find the net against his former club.
He said: "Sometimes emotion can get the better of you when you score but I do not think I would celebrate. I respect the supporters and the club.
"The relationship I have with the fans is still important to me. I went through some difficult times but they never stopped supporting me.
"I would not have got through everything without them.
"To me they are the best fans in the world and the support they gave me week in, week out was incredible. Nothing will ever better that."
He added: "I always wish I was part of Manchester United, it is just in me.
"Even though I am not there any more, I am still a huge fan.
"Coming to terms with not being a United player was certainly the toughest thing I've ever had to deal with.
"When you are a Manchester United player and a Manchester United fan you never want to play for any other club.
"I always want them to do well and be successful because the club still means so much to me. I've still got season tickets and I will always keep them because I love to watch every game where possible.
"I would love to take my sons one day. United will always be such a special place to me, so we will just have to see what the future holds."
Beckham, who scored 85 goals in his 13-year spell at United, admits he struggled to cope after leaving his boyhood heroes.
He added: "United was the club I always wanted to play for and I loved every minute of my time there.
Advertisement "The first few years after leaving were hard and there were a lot of things I missed.
"When I was at Real Madrid it just never felt right to come back to Old Trafford.
"The thought of playing against United always gave me that sick feeling because I missed the club so much.
"But when the draw was made this time it felt as though it was the right time to go back. I felt really emotional.
"It will also be extremely emotional for myself and my family on the night. I met so many amazing people during my time there, on and off the pitch, that I am looking forward to seeing everyone again.
"It is the biggest club in the world and it is one you always want to be a part of."
And Beckham, now on loan at AC Milan from LA Galaxy, comes up against Alex Ferguson's men for the first time next week when United travel to the San Siro.
An emotional return to Old Trafford then awaits for the second leg on March 10.
But despite the size of the contest, Beckham believes it would be inappropriate to celebrate should he find the net against his former club.
He said: "Sometimes emotion can get the better of you when you score but I do not think I would celebrate. I respect the supporters and the club.
"The relationship I have with the fans is still important to me. I went through some difficult times but they never stopped supporting me.
"I would not have got through everything without them.
"To me they are the best fans in the world and the support they gave me week in, week out was incredible. Nothing will ever better that."
He added: "I always wish I was part of Manchester United, it is just in me.
"Even though I am not there any more, I am still a huge fan.
"Coming to terms with not being a United player was certainly the toughest thing I've ever had to deal with.
"When you are a Manchester United player and a Manchester United fan you never want to play for any other club.
"I always want them to do well and be successful because the club still means so much to me. I've still got season tickets and I will always keep them because I love to watch every game where possible.
"I would love to take my sons one day. United will always be such a special place to me, so we will just have to see what the future holds."
Beckham, who scored 85 goals in his 13-year spell at United, admits he struggled to cope after leaving his boyhood heroes.
He added: "United was the club I always wanted to play for and I loved every minute of my time there.
Advertisement "The first few years after leaving were hard and there were a lot of things I missed.
"When I was at Real Madrid it just never felt right to come back to Old Trafford.
"The thought of playing against United always gave me that sick feeling because I missed the club so much.
"But when the draw was made this time it felt as though it was the right time to go back. I felt really emotional.
"It will also be extremely emotional for myself and my family on the night. I met so many amazing people during my time there, on and off the pitch, that I am looking forward to seeing everyone again.
"It is the biggest club in the world and it is one you always want to be a part of."
Fonte:The Sun
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