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Beckham Re-Signs with L.A. Galaxy

HE’S STAYING!

Will remain on the team for two more years.

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Following reports that he’d signed a deal to play for Paris Saint-Germain, David Beckham has in fact chosen to stay on this side of the Atlantic. The British soccer re-signed with the Los Angeles Galaxy on Wednesday night, agreeing to a new two-year contract with the Major League Soccer Club. And it wasn’t for other teams’ lack of interest in the midfielder. "I had many offers from clubs from around the world,” Becks said in a statement, “however, I'm still passionate about playing in America and winning trophies with the Galaxy.'' His family brood also factored into the decision, as Becks said they were “incredibly happy and settled” in the States, and hope to spend “many more years here.”

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