Milan midfielder David Beckham has admitted that he regrets leaving Manchester United in 2003, while refusing to rule out a return to the club where he earned his status as the master of dead ball situations.

‘Becks’ has retained his love for the Red Devils despite a frayed relationship with manager Sir Alex Ferguson towards the end of his time at Old Trafford.

“I always wish I was part of Manchester United, it is just in me,” said Beckham, according to the Press Association.

“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.”