Beckham: I may come back to Premier League

David Beckham would consider a return to the Barclays Premier League - despite having said he would never play for an English side other than Manchester United.

The 34-year-old was speaking in California where he has returned to link up with the Los Angeles Galaxy after a spell in Serie A playing for AC Milan.

Beckham is desperate to play in next year's World Cup and admitted he would ponder a move back to his homeland if it would increase his chances, saying: "I would definitely consider it."

He added: "Never say never. When I left United, I said I would never want to play for another English club.

"My heart was in Manchester - and I couldn't see myself wearing another shirt in the Premiership and playing against United. Now I wouldn't rule it out."

More likely is a return to Milan, where he impressed then coach Carlo Ancelotti, now with Chelsea, with his fitness and professionalism.

"Obviously Milan expressed that they want me to go back, so I don't see any reason why that would change," he said.

"We'll have to wait and see. I hope to be going back there."

Meanwhile, Beckham has been making peace with Galaxy team-mate Landon Donovan, who recently questioned the midfielder's commitment.

Beckham had a meeting with Donovan and manager Bruce Arena on his return and said: "I'm not going to talk about what was said. That was between me, Landon and the manager but we had a good talk."

Spurs set for shock swoop for ex-Arsenal captain Vieira

Tottenham fans may have to brace themselves for the sight of a former Arsenal skipper playing in their colours next season after boss Harry Redknapp made Patrick Vieira his number one transfer target.

The French midfielder could move to White Hart Lane on a free transfer from Inter Milan – on the proviso that he takes a huge salary cut. The Daily Mail reports that Spurs boss Redknapp has given the green light to opening discussions with the ex-Gunner, with a one-year contract up for grabs.zBut 33-year-old Vieira may have to accept a pay-as-you-play deal and accept wages of about £35,000-a-week to make the deal happen.

This is not about money, this is about a chance to play

Vieira has struggled with injuries during his time in Italy but is said to be desperate for a fresh start and a return to England – even if it is with his former club's arch-rivals.

'This is not about money, this is about a chance to play,' a friend of Vieira's told the newspaper. 'He has great memories of his time in London at Arsenal but that is in the past. The deal is not completed but he has an open mind. He is not afraid of the challenge from Spurs.'

Vieira was previously linked with a move to Premier League newcomers Birmingham City, but that switch has seemingly broken down.