Spurs Move For Beckham

Spurs are hoping to loan former England Captain David Beckham from Los Angeles when the MLS season closes. Harry Redknapp has declared his interest and has confirmed that he has been in talks with LA Galaxy and Beckham’s representatives.

Should the Midfielder decide to join Spurs, Beckham will line up against former side Milan in the Champions League's last 16 and will help Spurs title chances.

"At the moment we are waiting on the decision of LA Galaxy with regards to a loan move," the spokesman said.

"The loan would be a short one until the start of the MLS season. David would then return and play a full season with the Galaxy.

"Tottenham are one of many clubs who are interested but as yet we have not got into any detailed conversations as we are waiting on LA Galaxy's decision."

The spokesperson continued: "The loan is part of David's desire to keep fit and make himself available for England again."

Rio Ferdinand retains England captaincy

Rio Ferdinand has been confirmed as England captain by manager Fabio Capello, Steven Gerrard had been given the job by Capello while Manchester United defender was fighting back to fitness from the injury which ruled him out of England's disastrous World Cup campaign. But now Ferdinand has regained full fitness, Fabio has decided that Rio should take the armband back. Gerrard captained England at the World Cup and the opening two Euro 2012 qualifiers in the absence of the injured Ferdinand.

"I spoke with Steven yesterday evening and explained why Rio will be captain against Montenegro," said Capello.

"He understood everything - he knows the rules. I have also told the players that Rio would be captain.

"I decided when I started as England manager who will be the captain and the vice-captain. The players understand why Rio is the captain, and after him Steve Gerrard, and after Gerrard another one.

"When I spoke with Steven I told him, 'you were a fantastic captain and you have to play like a captain tomorrow."'