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Wow.. that is just silly talk. And I'd slap you down hard but I'm a guest here.

haha... good one. Haven't you heard, you can't be ready to play after playing in the MLS! /sarcasm

I guess we'll see.. reports are its almost a done deal. He was MVP of MLS this season and quite frankly had a better season in 08-09 where he led the league in goals scored. Problem was the Galaxy back 4 were quite porous and thus the team was very bad. Of course this season that just completed they were much improved and unlucky not to be league champions. Anyway, you are going to get him at a nice price for a short stint so I don't see why anyone would complain unless they just see it as another chance to bash the American game.

To be honest his moaning about Beckham was probably pretty close to accurate at the time, if not in bad taste, however they have both moved on from that and are happy, successful teammates at Galaxy.

Then again Americans have only, for the most part, started moving to the premiership. BTW you forgot Reyna who I believe worked quite nice for City for several years and was a World Cup top 16 in 2002 .

No, he had a problem with Beckham extending his stay with Milan to the point where he missed half the MLS season. I think most would be upset about that. I never understood why Donovan went to the Bundesliga. At 5'8" that seems to be the absolute worse league he could try to make a splash in considering its a league of giants. As for the rest, I won't argue about his talents or where he might fit in with Everton. If given the chance I think he'll prove a quite nice addition to your team. 2 months is kind of a short amount of time for him to prove himself at that level, but it's really all on him. Considering other Americans have been successful in your league and the fact that he is considered better than all of them, I don't see a reason he won't be able to succeed.

While I think it is beyond obvious that the premiership is a top league and probably the very top league, to say that it is a million times ahead of the MLS is short sighted and reeks of prejudice. MLS is a 2nd tier league there is no doubt, but don't ruin your point by overstating. In addition, to say Donovan isn't world class.. what does that mean? He is certainly a very talented player and while I wouldn't argue he is a top 25 player by any stretch, I would argue he is a top 100 player. And really, how many of those does your side currently sport? That is a serious question not a slam. I'm not coming to your forum to troll.. Tim Howard is our #1 keeper so I pull for you guys against anyone outside of Fulham (and only because they've been a tad more American friendly). If he can't perform for your team, assuming he becomes part of the club, then I will re-evaluate. But he has never really been given much change to succeed outside of the states because the MLS are loathe to part with him as he is the leagues biggest talent. And notice I said 'talent' not 'star' as that would obviously go to Beckham.

Don't get sucked into an argument trying to defend Americans in the premiership. My initial reaction to his comment was the same, but to heck with it. If they don't want Donovan or think he can't cut it, I say he should go some where he is wanted. And maybe we should take Tim Howard with us..

Hello.. just registered from the USA on news of Landon Donovan's possible move. If the move is made you are really going to get some quality I don't think you are expecting. Yes he can be cocky, but he has the skins on the wall to back it up for the most part. He will provide speed on the wing and can play midfield or up front. Of course, and maybe most importantly, he is an excellent finisher. For your entertainment here is his goal of the year in the MLS (Golden Balls approved): http://web.mlsnet.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=5988511&team_id=mls