Manager Steve McCLaren (left) is looking to create a new England under captain John Terry. And Beckham, the star of Eriksson's team, doesn't seem to fit in the new manager's scheme of things.
McLaren had already chosen central defender Terry over Liverpool's Steven Gerrard for the top England job.
He told the FA's web site: 'Choosing a captain is one of the most important decisions a coach has to make. I'm certain I've got the right man in John Terry. I'm convinced he will prove to be one of the best captains England has ever had.
'John has all the attributes an international captain needs -- leadership, authority, courage, ability, tactical awareness and a total refusal to accept second-best.
'He has been an inspiration for Chelsea and is at his best in adversity.'
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