London, Jan. 5 : David Beckham''s family will not be joining the England midfielder when he launches his Italian career.

According to The Independent, the 33-year-old could make his Serie A debut this weekend when AC Milan travel to Rome to face Roma.

Beckham, who is on loan at Milan and training with the Rossoneri in Dubai following the Christmas break, said: "Everyone knows how much I love my wife and my children, but at the same time I love football.

"My children will remain in Los Angeles due to school and Victoria will remain with them.

"When she (Victoria) comes to Milan she will remain with me for a couple of days."

The former Manchester United and Real Madrid star, who has joined AC Milan on a two-month loan deal from Los Angeles Galaxy, admits he could not pass up the chance of playing in Italy. (ANI)