Cantona confident of Beckham impact
Manchester United legend Eric Cantona is sure former team-mate David Beckham will add value to Paris Saint-Germain on the pitch.
By FOX Sports Staff
Beckham joined the Parisians in the winter transfer window although the 37-year-old's return to Europe has raised some eyebrows with critics believing it to be merely a marketing ploy by PSG.
Not Cantona. He recognises the experience the former England captain has gained from stints at Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan and the LA Galaxy.
Beckham has also won major honours in England, Spain and America which makes him a cool head under pressure as PSG look to end the season strongly in Ligue 1, the French Cup and the UEFA Champions League.
"Big players who have a lot of experience always bring something with them," Cantona said in The Sun.
"Beckham might not be able to play in all the games but his experience will be useful.
"He's aware that he's got a natural responsibility, he's a winner who is capable of getting a message across."
Beckham was an unused sub in Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Valencia which allowed PSG to progress to the last eight of the Champions League. However, he is likely to be involved in the home league clash with Nancy at the weekend.
Beckham is contracted to PSG until the end of the season.