Not even one of the worst winter storms in recent US history can dent David Villa’s enthusiasm for his new home.

‘Juno’ left a devastating trail of destruction across America's East Coast as snowfall, flooding and roaring winds shut down New York City earlier this week.

Yet Villa doesn’t regret for one second, his decision to walk away from the warmth of La Liga - as a champion at Atletico Madrid no less - and join the Major League Soccer’s most-talked about new franchise.

David Villa was speaking at the launch of adidas' Ultra Boost running shoe in New York

The Spanish striker does not see his move to the MLS as the 'final chapter' in his career

Villa posted an image on his Twitter account as he comes to terms with the wintry conditions in New York

‘This is not the final chapter for me,’ he insists, speaking exclusively to Sportsmail in the heart of America’s financial district, Wall Street.

‘If I would have wanted to close my career then I would have done it as a champion. But the thing is, I still want to be a champion.

‘And that is why I came here to America. I came here to win and I want to grow my career.’

The 2010 World Cup winner was the first player signed by the new enterprise owned by Manchester City, when he left Spanish champions Atletico on a free transfer last summer.

At 33, the chance to play in the Premier League looks to have passed by for Spain’s top all-time scorer. He admits that there have been offers, but the right opportunity never presented itself.

However, there is a certain irony in this latest adventure for the former Valencia and Barcelona hitman. He watches more Premier League football than he ever has before.

So, does he hope his infatuation with the English game will one day take him to the Premier League?

‘Yes... you never know,’ he says, raising a smile.

The 33-year-old became the first signing for newly formed MLS franchise New York City FC

Villa is crowded by fans as he arrives for the launch of New York City's home shirt in December

Villa shared a picture of himself and his new team-mates enjoying pre-season training

He reveals his ‘good friend’ Alex Song is loving life at West Ham and that, thanks to every game being broadcast on NBC in the States, he doesn’t miss a kick.

‘All throughout my career there has been interest from the Premier League. I've had offers. It's been the same in Spain. The offers were better in Spain and that's where I wanted to stay.

‘The Premier League is a league that I have always liked. Right now, I've been watching more games than I ever have. All of them are on TV.

‘But the chance to play in the Premier League hasn't been recent. I'm going to be here with New York for three years. So, right now I'm going to be here and playing in this league - the MLS - is very important to me.

‘The thing is, you never know in where you'll end up next.’

Villa will reportedly earn $4.1million-a-year (£2.7m) during his three-year stay with New York City. But it’s not all about the money for him.

His wife and three daughters, Zaida, Olaya and Luca, swapped the sunshine of Spain for the snow but they are seemingly enjoying life in the U.S. He has posted pictures from various landmarks across the city - including the ‘Top of the Rock’ at Rockfella skyscraper and watching basketball at the Barclays Centre in Brooklyn. There is a real sense of contentment.

‘We've been enjoying New York very much,’ he says.

‘Up until last week, I've been training by myself to stay fit. But it's been really nice to spend time with my family and enjoy this fantastic city.

‘We're very happy.’

Villa (right) left La Liga as a champion after winning the title with Atletico Madrid last season

Villa also had a successful spell at Barcelona, winning two league titles and the Champions League

Villa earned his reputation as a prolific goalscorer during a five-year term with Valencia

Villa did seek the advice of his former Barca boss Pep Guardiola before signing up to what he describes as an ‘irresistible project’ with City.

Guardiola - who has been long-linked with replacing Manuel Pellegrini at the Etihad Stadium should the Chilean leave - enjoyed a year-long sabbatical staying in Manhattan before returning to football management with Bayern Munich in 2013.

‘When I finally signed for New York City, Pep was one of the first to call me. He said if I ever needed anything, to call him.

‘Now my girls are at the same school as his kids here in New York.

‘Pep is one of the best coaches that I have ever worked with. But he is also a great friend to me. We are always in contact.’

Villa escaped New York’s arctic blast when he joined his new team-mates for their first training camp in the warmer climate of Miami this week.

Yet there was one glaring admission. That being the man who’s delayed arrival to the MLS has been of Juno-esque proportions: Frank Lampard.

Frank Lampard's delayed arrival to join up with Villa has caused controversy in New York and beyond

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has agreed to join reigning champions LA Galaxy at the end of the season

Brazil legend Kaka will be another high-profile addition to the MLS, playing for Orlando City

The former England midfielder won’t leave Manchester City until the end of the season, missing the four months into the U.S campaign.

It has sparked controversy on both sides of the Atlantic but Villa is relishing the prospect of welcoming the 36-year-old fellow Champions League winner this July.

‘It's going to be great to have Frank Lampard here,’ says Villa.

‘Not only as a great, legendary player but as a member of our team.

‘The thing is, it's not just about David Villa or Frank Lampard here. It's about the team. For me, it's about how we can make New York City grow because we're starting this new team from zero.

‘We'll do everything we can to help Frank settle in here. And we're going to work hard on building the team so for when Frank comes, everything will be ready for him to step in and help us even more.

‘So, it starts now in the pre-season and then throughout the months that Frank will not be here. I just want us to have a good team, so when he joins us we can improve even more.’

Lampard will be joined Stateside by Steven Gerrard this summer too, when the Liverpool captain joins Robbie Keane at David Beckham’s former club LA Galaxy.

Villa revealed he sought advice from former manager and close friend Pep Guardiola (left)

Villa insists Lionel Messi (centre) will decide his own future, but it's unlikely to involve the MLS any time soon

Kaka is another superstar who Villa is looking forward to locking horns with when the Brazilian idol lines up for the league’s other new franchise, Orlando City in New York’s first game on March 8.

Other big names will no doubt follow and Villa is incredibly excited.

‘It's a big challenge,’ he says.

‘To be the first player in the team was special too. I'm looking forward to playing in the MLS. It's a new interesting challenge for me but one I'm very much looking forward to, playing against some big names.

‘But I'm sure they'll be other big names - like Steven Gerrard at LA Galaxy - who will be joining the MLS soon.’

But not Lionel Messi. Villa’s former Barcelona team-mate has been subject to speculation to he could leave the Nou Camp.

Villa is Spain's all-time leading scorer with 59 goals in 97 appearances for his country

Villa turned out for Melbourne City in Australia's A League while on loan from New York City

The Spain legend poses for the launch of adidas' new range of running shoes

The Spaniard empathises with the Argentine’s situation, but refuses to extend an invitation to the world’s best player to join him just yet.

‘Messi? Look, I think that's up to him to decide his future. It's a decision he'll need to take with his team-mates, his family and the people who are close to him.’ says Villa.

‘I know what it's like for him. I've been in the exact same situation. It's not very nice when other people are asked to make a comment on what he should do. It's ultimately one for him to decide.’

The MLS will cope just fine without Messi. They have David Villa. And Villa is determined to be a storming success.