AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti is seriously considering handing David Beckham an immediate debut when Serie A resumes on January 11.
Beckham has joined the Rossoneri on loan from LA Galaxy for three months and has amazed Ancelotti with his fitness during training.
The former England captain has now been pencilled in for a place in the squad which will face AS Roma after the winter break.
His only match practice beforehand is likely to be a friendly against Hamburg on Tuesday.
"He could be ready for the game against Roma," said Ancelotti.
"It's true that he hasn't been playing recently, but he has been working really hard in training and he is making an excellent impression on everyone."
