Swansea City asked the opinion of LA Galaxy legend Landon Donovan on new boss Bob Bradley

LANDON DONOVAN has revealed that he was consulted over who should take the Swansea City hot seat. 

Swansea decided to appoint the first American manager in Premier League history on Monday.

A choice Donovan is clearly pleased about according to the , the ex-Everton loanee is happy to see his former coach get a job in England’s top flight.

Donovan said:

“I think it’s really exciting for all of us who love the sport who care about it. I’m sure it will be met with some trepidation and caution, but that’s what happened when the first Americans went over to the play in the EPL,” Donovan said.

“I’m very happy for him personally. I think it’s a great opportunity and Bob knows better than anyone that he has to prove himself now. He’s wanted this opportunity, and now he has it.”

“First and foremost, he’s honest. He’s never going to play games. He doesn’t manipulate in any way. If he has an issue with something, he says it. Everyone is held accountable in the same way, and nobody gets special treatment. And that’s important,” Donovan added.

“That’s important in a locker room with world-class players like Swansea has. That will help him, I think, given that he’s honest and forthright. He’s been around the game forever and has been successful in everything he’s done, and I expect this to be the same.”

It’s huge for US football and promoting the brand in the states for one of the nations top coaches to be able to work in the most watched and exciting league in the world is BIG news.

Some great American footballers have come across the pond to ply their trade in the Premier League with the likes of Brad Friedel, Clint Dempsey and Brian McBride being firm fixtures for their Premier League clubs.
LA Galaxy boss Bruce Arena has praised Bradley and thinks he has all the capabilities to succeed with Swansea.

“I think it’s tremendous. I think Americans can coach in that league and I think Bob will demonstrate his qualities to everyone,” Arena said.

“There’s never been a question regarding Bob’s quality as a coach. That’s always been there. He’s always aspired to achieve and get better throughout his career he’s demonstrated that.”

Bradley’s first game in charge will be a tough test when they head to in form title chasing Arsenal.

Swansea fans will be hoping their team can take inspiration from last seasons 2-1 win at the Emirates that really put a dent in the Gunners title bid.

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