Source: Liverpool_Echo
Landon Donovan determined to make the most of his big Premier League chance at Everton
WITH his healthy tan and relaxed Californian attitude, Landon Donovan is the very essence of laid-back.[LNB]But ask the Everton new boy about his objectives during the next two and a half months in England, and he oozes steely determination.[LNB]Make no mistake, the 27-year-old is not treating his trans-Atlantic switch as glorified pre-season training.[LNB]His spell with the Toffees may include massive games against Chelsea, Liverpool and Sporting Lisbon in the Europa League, but as an ardent admirer of the premier league Donovan insists every fixture will be a challenge.[LNB]Donovan arrived in Liverpool last weekend and watched Everton's 3-1 victory over Carlisle at Goodison park. He has since been busy with a tough training schedule, and sorting out temporary accommodation in the city.[LNB]And despite being more accustomed to the scorching Los Angeles sun, the Californian is enjoying the region's big freeze.[LNB]He said: 'Obviously the weather is different. I hear it's a bit abnormal for it to be this cold and have this much snow at this time of year. But coming from America it's been fun.[LNB]'I've adapted to it really well. it's a little easier to run when it's cold. Sometimes it becomes difficult to run as hard in the heat in USA.'[LNB]Donovan explained how the move to Everton has felt right from the moment he discussed it with friend and Blues stopper Tim Howard, to meeting the stewards at Goodison.[LNB]He said 'When a club like Everton comes calling you aren't going to say no. After talking to Tim and the manager, I had a good feeling about the place.
