Beckham To Celebrate If He Scores Against MU : Seedorf

AC Milan midfielder Clarence Seedorf has revealed that team-mate David Beckham should celebrate if he scores against his former club Manchester United.

The Dutchman also stated that in his eyes, Barcelona and Chelsea are the favorites to win the prestigious tournament, as both the Red Devils and Rossoneri are in a transitional phase.

"Neither team are amongst the favorites to win the Champions League. We are considered as being outsiders," Seedorf stated to The Sun. "The English side are going through a transition period caused by the sale of Cristano Ronaldo.

"We are in the same boat, having lost Kaka and [Paolo] Maldini and arriving in their place new players and a new coach. In any way, we will do everything we can to arrive at the end.

"Barcelona and Chelsea are in pole position to win.

"Should Beckham score, he must celebrate his goal. It has nothing to do with respect.

"Scoring in a match of this caliber is something extraordinary. He will be very emotional, but am sure that he will do well," concluded Seedorf.

Beckham's First Love

David Beckham, a product of the club's famed youth system, left United in 2003 to join Real Madrid after making 265 appearances in 12 trophy-laden years in Manchester.

Following a surprise move to LA Galaxy his best years appeared to be behind him but two subsequent loan switches to Milan have catapulted him back into the spotlight, for football reasons, and rejuvenated his international career.

Ahead of what are likely to be an engaging couple of games he has spoken of what it will mean to play against a club forever close to his heart.

"When I was at Real Madrid it just never felt right to come back to Old Trafford," he told Inside United magazine.

"The thought of playing United always gives me that sick feeling because I missed the club so much.

"The first few years away were hard and there were a lot of things I missed. It was the club I always wanted to play for and I loved every minute of my time there.

"I always wish I was part of Manchester United, it's just in me. Even though I'm not there any more, I'm still a huge fan and watch every game where possible.

"I always want them to do well and be successful because the club still means so much to me.

"When the draw was made it just felt it was the right time to go back. There isn't one player I'm particularly looking forward to facing. I'm just looking forward to being a part of it all and savouring the atmosphere in both games.

"Returning to Old Trafford is going to be special and a very emotional night. I've spoken to Gary Neville since the draw and we both believe it's going to be a great tie."

David Backham Return in UEFA Champions league

David Backham admitted that it is incredible for him to return against Manchester United in UEFA Champions league knockout phase.

Backham return to his boyhood club since he left Real Madrid in 2003.

David Backham waiting anxiously for the day of event as he admit that he misses his club everyday.

"It’s such a special occasion - to be there in front of the fans, manager and friends. It’s going to be incredible,” he said as he began his second spell on loan with Milan.

“I don’t know whether I’ll be happy if we lose because I’d like to progress further in the competition and when you come up against a club that you support and a club that you spent so many great years at and [you’ve] still got so many friends at the club, those things are always difficult.

"But it’s a nice problem to have because I’ve never returned to Old Trafford as a player. In seven years I miss it every day".

"I miss being a Manchester United player, I miss the club, I miss the fans and friends at the club. It’s always going to be a special place in my heart".

"To return as an AC Milan player makes it extra special".

"That’s the big thing for me, to return with a team like this and a club like this. It’s got so much history, which is the same with Manchester United."