"American soccer is still years away from being able to compete with soccer on the world stage. [
David Beckham is] obviously a global player. He obviously
wants to play against the best and compete at that level. It's a tough call, but him being a friend, I want him to do what's best for him."
-- Los Angeles Lakers'
Kobe Bryant, a soccer fan from his childhood spent in Italy, backing Beckham and his desire to stay at AC Milan rather than return to MLS. (
Los Angeles Times)
