Sir Landon Of Donovan

[FinchFarmBlue]

Deals and secret handshakes a plenty before Landon will be allowed to say anything closer to the time as plenty of Landon's associates out there and indeed Everton themselves will want the timing of any news to be commercially right imo.- should things move in the diretion we all hope.

 

[ChicagoToffee]

Just when I thought this thread would die until December, this happens:
http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/1110...van-eager-to-rest-during-mls-offseason-rather



This doesn't sound like Xmas? Well, except for the last sentence hedge. (LCAB - this news to you? Or is this just goal.com making a mountain of a molehill?)

Goal.com is a notorious [Poor language removed] dispenser.

 

[BobLoblaw]

Donovan has been pretty bad the last few times I've watched him in MLS. It's clear that his non-stop 2010 schedule is finally taking it's toll on his performances, so it's a good thing he didn't transfer this summer. Now he gets November and December to rest and recover.

 

[TX Bill]

...and then bring him in on a permanent deal in Jan.

 

[Deleted member 28206]

If anyone is watching sky, go onto ESPN HD - Galaxy are on now, its free this weekend as well.

 

[Kay20]

Won't spoil the results, but much, much better performance from him tonight. He's back.

 

[little curly alan ball]

Won't spoil the results, but much, much better performance from him tonight. He's back.

Not YET he's not , love .

Soon , though .

Soon .

 

[Dushku]

Not YET he's not , love .

Soon , though .

Soon .

I do hope the Wise Wizard of Walton (Grand Alf) is right on this.. but at a cost. I announced in work that if managed to sign L.D on a permanent deal, I'd purchase one of those Pink shirts ( that even the guys in the orbiting space station can see and point and laugh at) with Donovan 9 on the back and wear it to every home game this season hereafter

 

[mabindurham]

If anyone is watching sky, go onto ESPN HD - Galaxy are on now, its free this weekend as well.

Donovan really has played poorly over the last month or so--I agree he seems to be tired. But last night he was quite good. With Beckham returning (he played about 20 minutes), there's going to be a great battle for the Supporter's Shield.

 

[Kay20]

I do hope the Wise Wizard of Walton (Grand Alf) is right on this.. but at a cost. I announced in work that if managed to sign L.D on a permanent deal, I'd purchase one of those Pink shirts ( that even the guys in the orbiting space station can see and point and laugh at) with Donovan 9 on the back and wear it to every home game this season hereafter

You will not be alone. I'm trying to figure out if I want blue or pink. Traditional blue = awesome. But being a lady, I'm sorely tempted by the pink. Yes, I know. They are hideous for men. But for me, hey, I'm thinkin' it might be a go! I'll definitely stand out!

 

[Wratho]

You will not be alone. I'm trying to figure out if I want blue or pink. Traditional blue = awesome. But being a lady, I'm sorely tempted by the pink. Yes, I know. They are hideous for men. But for me, hey, I'm thinkin' it might be a go! I'll definitely stand out!

Wait Till after X-Mas and being a lady, and having signed LD you can get the Pink #9 with Donovan on the back!

 

[TX Bill]

I need some new Everton kits for the family anyway so I may as well wait until we sign him. Getting names, We could go with:

1) Me = Hibbert
2) Wife = Donovan
3) Kid 1 = Rodwell
4) Kid 2 = Heitinga

 

[Grogtank]

If Bruce doesn't kill Landon by January I'm due for a new Jersey as well. I cant wear Howard or Rodwell 24/7.

 

[Kay20]

Thanks for the kit comments!!!

And hilarious: Not even four days after I posted that story about Landon's quote, this from goal.com (just putting these "news" stories up now for tracking purposes, not because these are "reputable" sites):

Everton still interested in permanent move for £11m LA Galaxy attacker Landon Donovan - report
14 Sep 2010 07:49:00

Everton are still believed to be keen on a permanent move for LA Galaxy attacker Landon Donovan.

The United States international was on loan with the Toffees in January, and his performances for the club earned him the accolade of being crowned the Player of the Month during his time at Goodison Park.

In all, the 28-year-old made 13 appearances and scored two goals, becoming a firm favourite with the fans in the process.

However, the Merseyside club were unable to extend his loan period, and the former Bayer Leverkusen man had to return for the 2010 edition of MLS.

Now talkSPORT reports that the American club would be willing to listen, should their English counterparts make an approach with an offer of about £11 million.

It is thought that the Merseysiders would be loath to spend that kind of money on the player, amid speculation that the versatile forward could be in line to make another loan move back to Goodison Park.

Donovan has in the past hinted that he might welcome a return to Everton.

 

[ijjysmith]

Love the 2010 edition bit!!