Bayern Munich manager Jurgen Klinsmann recently spoke about the possibility of Landon Donovans permanent transfer to the club, and the outcome doesnt look to be too bright for the American star.
"The club would have to spend a lot of money on Landon, said Klinsmann in an interview with the German news agency, Sports Information Service. Since Ivica Olic has already signed, and given the financial crisis, it is legitimate that the club [is careful] about how much money it spends another striker."
Since joining Bayern Munich in January on a three-month loan, Donovan has been in impressive form, netting goals in their mid-season friendly tour. Hes come on as a substitute in three league matches for the club.
The 26-year-old has made it clear that he is ready for a new challenge, and a permanent deal with the German giants would be the perfect opportunity for him to grow as a player. Given Klinsmanns recent comments about the financial struggles of the team, coupled with the lofty price tag placed on his head by the MLS, the move may be a difficult one to complete.
Before joining Bayern on loan in January, Donovan was a stalwart in the LA Galaxy line-up, making 96 appearances over his four years with the club, scoring 52 goals. He was the 2008 MLS Golden Boot winner, scoring 20 goals. Prior to joining the Galaxy he played with the San Jose Earthquakes on loan from German club Bayer Leverkusen. With San Jose he took the field 87 times, scoring 32 times.
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"The club would have to spend a lot of money on Landon, said Klinsmann in an interview with the German news agency, Sports Information Service. Since Ivica Olic has already signed, and given the financial crisis, it is legitimate that the club [is careful] about how much money it spends another striker."
Since joining Bayern Munich in January on a three-month loan, Donovan has been in impressive form, netting goals in their mid-season friendly tour. Hes come on as a substitute in three league matches for the club.
The 26-year-old has made it clear that he is ready for a new challenge, and a permanent deal with the German giants would be the perfect opportunity for him to grow as a player. Given Klinsmanns recent comments about the financial struggles of the team, coupled with the lofty price tag placed on his head by the MLS, the move may be a difficult one to complete.
Before joining Bayern on loan in January, Donovan was a stalwart in the LA Galaxy line-up, making 96 appearances over his four years with the club, scoring 52 goals. He was the 2008 MLS Golden Boot winner, scoring 20 goals. Prior to joining the Galaxy he played with the San Jose Earthquakes on loan from German club Bayer Leverkusen. With San Jose he took the field 87 times, scoring 32 times.