James Rodriguez’s next career move is generating significant interest, with Lazio, Celta Vigo, and Rayo Vallecano among the clubs eager to bring the Colombian star back to European football, Soccernet.football reports.
Following a stellar performance in the Copa America, where Rodriguez recorded one goal and six assists to be named the tournament’s most valuable player, clubs are keen to secure his services.
Rayo Vallecano, celebrating their centenary year, are particularly keen to add Rodriguez to their squad.
The Madrid-based club previously made headlines with the high-profile signing of Radamel Falcao in the summer of 2021, which sparked great excitement among their fans. The prospect of signing another Colombian star has ignited similar enthusiasm in Vallecas.
According to the Spanish sports newspaper Marca, Rayo Vallecano are actively working on a deal to acquire the former Real Madrid playmaker.
Lazio and Celta Vigo are also contenders in the race to sign Rodriguez, but Rayo Vallecano are undeterred by the competition. They view the signing of Rodriguez as a perfect addition to their squad in this landmark year for the club.
However, securing the deal presents challenges, including competition from other clubs and the need to reach a financially viable agreement. Rodriguez’s value has increased following his impressive performances with the Colombian national team.
Should an agreement be reached, James Rodriguez’s return to La Liga could become a reality, marking his return to Spain after leaving Real Madrid four years ago.
During his time with Real Madrid, Rodriguez made 85 La Liga appearances, scoring 29 goals and providing 27 assists, despite spending two seasons on loan at Bayern Munich.