Everton hero James Rodriguez set to return to Everton

Everton have seen some big names come and go over the years with James Rodriguez proving a real fan favourite.

The Colombia international departed Everton back in 2021 and has since been on a real journey across world football.

Rodriguez currently finds himself back in La Liga with Rayo Vallecano where he is enduring some issues with the Spanish outfit.

In a recent interview, Rodriguez admitted he wanted to stay at Everton for longer than he did prior to Rafael Benitez’s arrival.

And the 33-year-old’s career now looks set to take another major twist during this month’s transfer window.

Everton hero James Rodriguez set to leave Rayo Vallecano

The Spanish media have criticised Rodriguez as he looks like a shadow of his former self playing in La Liga.

But minutes have been hard to come by for the midfielder with just one start in the league to his name for the term.

According to journalist Pipe Sierra, Rodriguez is now in advanced discussions with Rayo Vallecano to terminate his contract.

The Colombian is now set to become a free agent once again after leaving Olympiacos in 2023 as a free agent.

An opportunity to bring in a two-time Champions League winner is looking likely to arise with the Spanish side now just waiting on the official documentation.

Rodriguez wanted to stay at Everton, which could spark a potential reaction from the fans on Merseyside after hearing this news.

James Rodriguez teased Everton return last year

Having moved on from Sao Paulo, Rodriguez took to Instagram to tease a potential return to Goodison Park.

A fan account shared the news of his availability to which Rodriguez replied: ‘Last dance?’

Everton are currently without Dwight McNeil through injury and struggling to find the back of the net.