Everton confirm Donovan’s LA Galaxy return

Everton have confirmed forward Landon Donovan has returned to LA Galaxy.

Donovan’s loan spell at Goodison Park ended after the 2-2 draw at Birmingham City on Saturday, and David Moyes had expressed an hope of extending the striker’s spell on Merseyside.

“Landon Donovan has returned to LA Galaxy following his 10-week loan,” a statement on on evertonfc.com read.

“Despite attempts to extend Donovan’s loan period at Everton, LA Galaxy have now recalled him to their squad ahead of the start of the MLS season on March 27.

“It is still unclear if the American league will kick off on time as the threat of a players’ strike looms following disagreements over the labour contract currently in place.”