DAVID BECKHAM SUFFERS MAJOR INJURY

Absolutely gutted. I mean really gutted. David Beckham has torn his achilles tendon and is set to be out for at least 4 months. He felt it during yesterday's win with AC Milan and is said to have been stretchered off, crying 'it's broken, it's broken'. Really really sad. This makes him unavailable for this summer's World Cup - a massive disappointment for both the team and himself - and the injury also puts a doubt over his career.

Beckham has continued to show his passion for England, and he's been vying for a place in the squad this summer by returning to Serie A to regularly play at the highest level, on loan from LA Galaxy. He may be a veteran lacking in pace, but the magic that he is able to produce when right foot meets ball is still the best in the world. It's an attribute that the team would have benefited from, in contrast to the speed and skill that several younger players have shown. It's just a huge blow for him not to be invloved in his fourth consecutive World Cup tournament. As a fan, I am truly gutted that I cannot look forward to seeing his talent, but more importantly, I can only sympathasise with him because it is clear to everyone just how much this would have meant to him.

Now, regarding the future of his career as a footballer, there is now a large question mark whether he will be able to recover. Will he still have the motivation to return? I'd like to think so. His love for the game is beautiful to see and I'm sure this love will spur him on to get back as soon as possible and show off his sensational gift once more. Leonardo, the manager of AC Milan, has already stated that they would happily offer him a return, if and when he regains fitness to play.

He has already spoken with Fabio Capello who I understand has given him words of comiseration. It must be a disappointment for the England boss too, as I am sure Beckham was an assured player to be on the plane to South Africa. In fact, I think it would be of great help to the squad if he would still make the journey with the squad to offer his priceless experience. I believe his presence alone would be an excellent morale-booster and support.

Anyways, Beckham has been an inspiration to so many people, including myself, and I would hate not to him play again. I urge him to get well soon.