Beckham focused on Olympics, mum on PSG

Beckham focused on Olympics, mum on PSG

Published Nov. 2, 2011 1:00 a.m. ET

David Beckham reiterated Wednesday his interest in playing for Great Britain at next summer's London Olympics and is adamant he can still perform at the top level.

"We all dream about it and we all think about it. If it happens, I'll be honored," the 36-year-old said when asked about the possibility of being involved with the Olympic team.

Beckham's deal with the Los Angeles Galaxy is about to expire and he admits there has been interest from Premier League clubs as well as Ligue 1 giants Paris St Germain (PSG).

The former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder has been playing at the highest level for almost 20 years and he is adamant he can continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

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"People have been saying [I am too old] for the last 10 or 15 years and I've still continued to play for my country," Beckham said. "Right now, I feel fit and still love playing, so I'm not finishing yet."

With his LA Galaxy contract almost up, attention has turned to his next destination whether that be in Europe or staying in the United States.

Beckham insists he has not had any contact with PSG and added, "There is also interest in me staying here and interest going to certain clubs in the Premier League ... right now I'm a Galaxy player and I will continue to be a Galaxy player until we win the league - the MLS Cup - and then we'll see."

Los Angeles holds a 1-0 edge on the New York Red Bulls after their first-leg match in the MLS playoffs. The second leg is scheduled for Thursday in LA, and the winner of the tie will move on to the Conference Finals.

Beckham said he'll know when it's time to stop playing.

"It's always difficult making that decision about stopping but I don't think I'm going to have that problem," he said. "I think I'm going to know when to finish, but that's not yet. As long as I feel I can play at a high level, then I'll continue. Once that changes, I'm going to have to accept I need to stop."

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