Although a small media horde has gathered in Carson this morning, I understand from David Beckham’s publicist on this side of the Atlantic that Becks will not speak after the Galaxy’s practice.

But Glenn Lehrman confirmed that talks are on-going for a two-month loan deal and released this statement:

“At this moment discussions are going on with AC Milan – nothing has been confirmed at the moment. He’s considering a proposal from them to go on loan for the start of the year to maintain his level of fitness and make himself available for England selection. He remains an L.A. Galaxy player and would report as normal to the start of the 2009 MLS season.”

England coach Fabio Capello had reportedly told English media that Beckham would be axed from England’s next World Cup qualifying squad in February if he were not playing regularly.

Updated: Beckham did not, as previously reported, talk to reporters today after practice, although Galaxy Coach Bruce Arena and other players did.

There will be a complete story in Thursday’s Daily News, Daily Breeze, Long Beach Press-Telegram and other MediaNews newspapers.

I was told by reporter Phil Collin, who was out at practice today, that Arena made a reference to a six-month loan deal, although he did not cite a source or rule for that length of time, which contradicts what we’ve heard so far.

Beckham will apparently wait until Saturday before addressing the media, his publicist said. Presumably by then the A.C. Milan deal will be confirmed.