Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil has shared his reasons for leaving Europe to join LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer (MLS).

The five-time MLS champions signed the Ghanaian forward from Belgian giants KRC Genk in February, designating him as a Designated Player.

Paintsil has made an immediate impact, scoring five goals and providing four assists in 14 MLS matches.

Despite the pressure that comes with playing for LA Galaxy due to the high expectations of the fans, Paintsil remains focused and calm in helping the club achieve its goals.

“When the news came, I was at the AFCON with the national team, so I thought, ‘This is a great team and a great opportunity for me.’ I knew that’s where I wanted to go,” he told the MLS.

When asked if he feels pressure to deliver for the club, he replied, “No, I don’t feel pressure. I have such fantastic players around me, so I don’t feel any pressure. The more I put pressure on myself, the more difficult it becomes for me. So I am calm and focused.”