It is arguably the biggest transfer that has not happened besides Cesc Fabregas to Barcelona.

The move I speak of is Landon Donovan to Europe.

Having been the best player in MLS the past several seasons, and after some incredible performances recently with the United States national team, Donovan has attracted clubs from all over the world.

In 2009, it was Bayern Munich, where he spent 10 weeks on loan, but failed to break into Germany's greatest squad.

This year changed everything. Donovan had always been doubted when it came to playing outside of MLS, having had miserable spells at Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen in Germany. This year, he gained the attention of David Moyes and Everton of the English Premier League.

Ten appearances produced two goals, three assists, and wins over Manchester United and Premier League winners Chelsea, as well as a draw with Arsenal. He also played very well in a loss in the Merseyside Derby against Liverpool.

Not many players can say they were able to lead their club to seven of a possible 12 points against the Big Four, especially with all those games during a span of less than ten games. Donovan can.

He was a star at Goodison Park, as big as he has been in MLS for a long time. Then, of course, came the World Cup and his three goals in four matches, none bigger than the 91st minute strike that shook the nation against Algeria.

After his return, MLS commissioner Don Garber made him untouchable.

Or so we thought.

The other day, the LA Galaxy said that it would have to be a "silly" offer to get Donovan away from the United States.

Rumor has it, there are several teams ready to get silly.

Everton are of course the most likely destination, as the club and fans adore Donovan and would love to have him back. Passing up the chance to play with Tim Howard could be difficult for Donovan as well.

Roberto Mancini has declared several times that his club, Manchester City, want Donovan very badly. They'd be most likely to make the biggest offer with all the money at their disposal.

Donovan has also stated that several clubs in the Italian Serie A have expressed interest in the 28-year-old.

Days after the league and Galaxy stated there would be no move, the Galaxy, Donovan, and Garber made it seem as if there was a possibility.

"We have had transfer interest and we will have some time to think about it and see where it goes," Donovan said following the MLS All Star Game against Manchester United. "There is interest from a number of teams."

Despite efforts to keep him in the league, Garber fully understands that the greatest American soccer player ever wants a move to Europe.

"Landon is an incredibly important part of the American soccer movement and to have him lead MLS after performing on the world stage, is extremely valuable," Garber told Reuters. "I am pleased that he renegotiated his deal for several more years and I hope that he will stay here for the rest of his career but it's not my decision, it's Landon's decision and LA Galaxy's decision."

The Galaxy captain has three goals in thirteen matches overall for Los Angeles. He made his tenth All Star Game this season, but did not start after playing in a 4-1 Galaxy defeat to USSF Division 2 side Puerto Rico Islanders in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions' League Preliminary Round on Tuesday.

No official offers have been reported. The summer transfer window closes August 31st.

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