Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon is "almost certain" David Beckham will stay at the club beyond the end of the season.
Real are negotiating with Beckham and his representatives over a new contract, with the midfielder's current deal running out next summer.
Calderon has made no secret of the fact he and Real coach Fabio Capello want Beckham to remain at the club, and the president is convinced the player will commit to a new deal.
"I believe that he is going to stay. I am almost certain," said Calderon.
The Bernabeu supremo stated that he wants the English midfielder to continue playing and even foresees a role as an ambassador for him.
the only reason he's staying is bcos of all the endorsment deals