If Carlo Ancelotti makes James Rodriguez the focal point of his Everton team this season it will be just like old times for the 29-year-old Colombian. Long before he got lost in the over-crowded galaxy of stars at Real Madrid, Rodriguez was the most important player in every team he played for. With no break in the summer because of the 2015 Copa America he went into his second season unfit and under the orders of new coach Rafa Benitez. Benitez’s relationship with most of the players was cold, but only with Rodriguez was there real animosity. This time it ought to last longer than two months and the Italian coach ought to have the freedom to put Rodriguez centre stage.

Source: Daily Mail September 12, 2020 21:32 UTC