Are the Beckhams planning to leave America? Iconic footballer announces his last game for LA Galaxy will be next week

They have taken to the celebrity jet-set lifestyle of Los Angeles with considerable ease.
But despite clearly enjoying life in California, it appears the Beckhams could be about to move after David announced last night that he will play his last game for the Los Angeles Galaxy next week.

The iconic midfielder will attempt to help his team win their second consecutive MLS Cup in the league final against Houston Dynamo on December 1.

Moving?: David Beckham could be on his way out of the U.S. as he announced today that he will play his last game for the Los Angeles Galaxy next week. He is pictured with his wife Victoria and their three children

New challenge: The superstar midfielder's last game for LA Galaxy will be on December 1. He is pictured laughing with his sons Romeo, right, and Cruz , left, at a basketball game

Famous: U.S President Barack Obama smiles as he meets the iconic footballer
While that will be the final act of his impressive six-year career in LA, the 37-year-old former Manchester United player insisted he would not retire and said he was hoping for 'one last challenge'.
Speculation over his next destination is likely to rage over the next few days, with Paris, Australia and his native London all possible new homes for the English legend.
Last week, he pointedly denied rumors linking him to a short-term stint in Australia.

New home? Speculation over Beckham's next destination is likely to rage over the next few days, with Paris, Australia and his native London all possible new homes for the English legend

Ecstatic: David Beckham was pictured behind London mayor Boris Johnson at the London Olympics over the summer

Close: Victoria Beckham whispers into her husband's ear during a basketball match
'I've had an incredibly special time playing for the L.A. Galaxy,' Beckham said in a statement on Monday evening.

'However, I wanted to experience one last challenge before the end of my playing career. I don't see this as the end of my relationship with the league, as my ambition is to be part of the ownership structure in the future.'
Beckham and his wife, former Spice Girl Victoria, seem comfortable in Los Angeles, where their three sons - Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz - attend school. 

The footballer is a fixture in the Los Angeles Lakers' courtside seats, attending his most recent game with his three sons last Friday.
He has played six years in Los Angeles since his groundbreaking move from Real Madrid - building on a worldwide fame that reportedly produces more than $40 million per year in endorsement income.

On his way out: David Beckham has announced he is to leave LA Galaxy at the end of next week

Star: The midfielder, left, pictured with his teammate Robbie Keane during a game on Sunday
He has reached three league finals and winning one MLS title last year during his best season stateside.

He agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Galaxy in January after playing out his initial five-year deal, turning down potential moves to Paris St Germain and other clubs.
Beckham had not given any overt indications he was planning to leave the Galaxy after this season. 

'Seldom does an athlete redefine a sport,' said Tim Leiweke, the president of Galaxy owners AEG. 'David not only took our franchise to another level, but he took our sport to another level.

'It has been an honour and privilege to be a part of his world, and more importantly, to have him be a part of ours.'
Beckham has been the star player on the league's most glamorous franchise during his tenure, which began with a handful of rocky seasons before the Galaxy became a power under coach Bruce Arena over the past few years.

Origins: The star first made his name playing for Manchester United and the England national team

'In my time here I have seen the popularity of the game grow every year,' Beckham said. 'I've been fortunate to win trophies, but more important to me has been the fantastic reception I've had from fans in L.A. and across the States. Soccer's potential has no limits in this wonderful country, and I want to always be part of growing it.'
Beckham began his professional career with 12 years at Manchester United before his move to Real Madrid. He left for the Galaxy in 2007.

Beckham played in three World Cups and made a record 115 appearances for England, but wasn't chosen for the Olympic team at the London Games last summer.
Beckham still played a role in the Olympic festivities, including a prominent part in the lighting of the Olympic flame in his native east London during the opening ceremonies.