英语文摘:Victoria, David Beckham expecting fourth child in summer

BEIJING, Jan. 10 (Xinhuanet) -- England soccer star David Beckham and his wife, former Spice Girl singer Victoria Beckham, are expecting their fourth child in summer, media reports said Monday.

A message on David Beckham's Facebook page said: "I've got some great news to tell you all. Victoria and I are expecting our fourth child this summer. The boys are very excited about the arrival of a new brother or sister."

Jo Milloy, a spokeswoman for Victoria Beckham, confirmed the news, saying both their families were "naturally delighted" with the announcement of a fourth child, according to media reports.

David Beckham, 35, the former Manchester United star and England captain, has been married to Victoria Adams, 36, now a fasion icon, since 1999.

The couple already have three boys: Brooklyn, 11, Romeo, 8, and Cruz, 5.