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David Beckham has said he is "feeling positive" after undergoing surgery on his Achilles tendon.
The England midfielder also thanked fans for their messages of support since the injury ruled him out of the World Cup finals.
In a statement on his website, Beckham said: "I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their messages of support, they mean a lot to me.
"The operation was a success and I'd like to thank Dr Orava and all the medical staff who looked after me during my time in Finland. I'm feeling positive and now concentrating on getting back to full fitness over the coming months."
Earlier Gordon Brown sent the footballer a message to wish him a "speedy recovery" after he was injured while playing for AC Milan on Sunday.
Beckham, who underwent surgery in Finland yesterday, is expected to be out of action for five months.
Mr Brown's spokesman said: "The Prime Minister has indeed sent him (Beckham) a message.
"He emphasised what a tremendous ambassador Mr Beckham is for English soccer and wishes him well in his recovery, as I think the whole nation does."
The footballer's wife, pop star-turned-fashion designer Victoria Beckham, headed to Finland on Tuesday to support him.
He is expected to make a full recovery, but the player's surgeon said he will not be able to take part in the World Cup, which starts in South Africa on June 11.
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Thank god he is out ... we might have a chance of winning now and we wont have to watch the clothes horse he married prancing around with a stupid handbag for two weeks either. Win win !
- Scott, london, 16/03/2010 00:26
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who cares - publicity hungry buffoon.
- Squiz, Islington, 15/03/2010 19:56
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Louie, you could not be more wrong. Beckham is the most inspirational experienced footballer we have. Every time he comes on the pitch, he is part of the best piece of play on the pitch. Plus, he is the best free kicker/corner taker we have and a fantastic older statesman.
- V, South West London, 15/03/2010 18:52
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Bobby Charlton and Booby Moore were far more famous than this waste of space and they were better footballers. England do not need him - this country does not need him. Italy you are welcome
- Louie, London, 15/03/2010 07:42
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