Real Madrid and David Beckham have issued a statement denying that they have opened negotiations over a new contract for the England captain. Reports on Saturday claimed the 30-year-old had demanded a wage rise to make him the best-paid player at Real.
But Real's statement said: "There has been no conversation about extending his contract, which ends in 2007.
"It is not true that the player has asked for any type of contractual or financial improvement for the future."
The statement continued: "A date for discussions between the club and the player has not been established.
"David Beckham has assured us that he is happy in Spain and at Real Madrid. Moreover, the club values the excellent commitment and hard work of the player."
Beckham, who joined Real in a �25million deal from Manchester United two years ago, is currently in a rich vein of form and has stated he wants to stay at the club for the rest of his career.
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