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You knew after Landon Donovan tore it up in the Confederations Cup he was going to star drawing interest from Europe. Well, we’ve finally got the first semi-solid reports of interest cominig in, with Gazzata dello Sport saying the Galaxy star could be headed to Serie A.
Recently-promoted Livorno is preparing a bid for Donovan, according to club president Aldo Spinelli. They spent a year in Serie B, but now that they’re back up they’re looking to spend some coin on the U.S. National Team’s all-time leading scorer.
OK, now I know Gooch went to AC Milan while Donovan would be on the other end of the table. But Gooch went on a free transfer, while MLS had valued Donovan at at least $10 million. Well, after the insane gobs of cash being thrown around in this transfer window, I’m thinking the league should be able to get a lot more. Especially since apparently Spinelli says the transfer fee won’t be a problem, but Donovan’s wage demands might.
What do you think? Figure with all the David Beckham tripe, and sure to lose Goldenballs, the Galaxy holds firm and refuses to sell? Or do you think Donovan is gone? And if so, would you like to see him take guaranteed playing time, or risk the bench by moving to a bigger club? Talk to us….


