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The MLS continues to bring in big names into the league, and the latest eye-catching transfer was James Rodriguez joining Minnesota United as a free agent.

James Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / February 6

Minnesota United sign Colombia star M James Rodriguez

Minnesota United signed Colombia's James Rodriguez to a short-term contract Friday as the national team captain looks to stay sharp in advance of the this summer's World Cup.

Rayo Vallecano News / Bring Me The News / February 3

Loons reportedly on the verge of signing global soccer superstar James Rodriguez

Minnesota United is reportedly in "advanced talks" to sign Colombian star James Rodríguez, according to The Athletic's Tom Bogert and Colombian soccer insider Pipe Sierra.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / January 16

James Rodriguez in Advanced Talks to Join MLS Club: Report

Neither Orlando City to have a Florida derby with Lionel Messi's Inter Miami, nor Columbus Crew. James Rodriguez is approaching Major League Soccer, but to arrive at an unexpected franchise.

Manchester United News / centredevils / December 26

Colombia midfielder confirms when he’s going to join Manchester United

Colombia have had some top players in their history. The likes of Carlos Valderrama, Faustino Asprilla and Rene Higuita were legends of the 1990s. Fast forward to more modern times, the likes of James Rodriguez and David Ospina are names familiar to fans of the English Premier League.

Diego Luna’s Powerful Words for James Rodriguez Go Viral Before All-Star Match'

All-Star Week is here—and the biggest stars from Liga MX are set to face off against MLS’s best. In the past, the Mexican domestic league featured top talent, but now it boasts a “Real Madrid 2.0” vibe, with James Rodríguez and Sergio Ramos reuniting on the pitch.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / January 15, 2025

Rayo Vallecano manager blames himself for James Rodriguez exit

Earlier this month, James Rodriguez ended his horror five-month spell back in La Liga as he agreed to terminate his Rayo Vallecano contract. In total, the former Real Madrid man made just seven appearances across all competitions for the Vallecas-based side, and he has since joined Club Leon in Mexico.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / January 12, 2025

James Rodriguez set for next club following Rayo Vallecano departure

The disastrous spell of James Rodriguez at Rayo Vallecano is now over, and both parties have already begun to think about the future. The 33-year-old is thinking about his next club, and it appears that a return west will be on the cards.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 11, 2025

Rayo Vallecano fans delighted by James Rodriguez exit

James Rodriguez’s departure from Rayo Vallecano has lifted a weight off the club in recent days. The Colombian completed a shock summer move back to the Spanish capital after leaving Sao Paulo in August.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / January 9, 2025

La Liga side close to finalising deal for Celtic winger

Rayo Vallecano are keen to bolster their attacking options for the second half of the season, especially as they are parting ways with James Rodriguez after an underwhelming spell for him at Vallecas.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / January 6, 2025

Colombia superstar James Rodriguez to leave Rayo Vallecano after just five months

Rayo Vallecano made a splash in the transfer market this summer when they brought in the 2024 Copa America Player of the Tournament James Rodriguez on a free transfer, having left Sao Paulo in Brazil.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / January 4, 2025

James Rodriguez sets out Rayo Vallecano exit plan

James Rodriguez wants to cancel his contract at leave Rayo Vallecano before the end of January. The Colombian international completed an unexpected summer transfer back to the Spanish capital after leaving Sao Paulo in August.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / December 18, 2024

Rayo Vallecano President makes definitive statement on James Rodriguez future

Rayo Vallecano President Raul Martin Presa has done his best to halt rumours of a January exit for James Rodriguez. The Colombia star and this year’s Copa America Player of the Tournament has barely played since joining Rayo in the summer.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / December 12, 2024

James Rodriguez opens up on lack of prominence at Rayo Vallecano

Rayo Vallecano’s acquisition of James Rodriguez was seen as one of the most impressive pieces of business during the summer transfer window. However, the 33-year-old playmaker has been barely used this season, having been reduced to seven appearances in La Liga (one start).

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Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / December 8, 2024

La Liga side not considering James Rodriguez transfer in January

James Rodriguez is set to leave Rayo Vallecano in January but he is not expected to stay in La Liga. The Colombian international completed a shock summer move back to the Spanish capital after leaving Sao Paulo in August.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / November 3, 2024

James Rodriguez pushing to leave La Liga again after frustrating start to Rayo Vallecano spell

During the summer, James Rodriguez sensationally returned to La Liga for the first time in four years. The Colombian playmaker, on the back of an outstanding Copa America campaign, joined Rayo Vallecano on a one-year contract, although it appears that his stay at Vallecas could end up being cut short.

Soccer News / The Laziali / November 2, 2024

Lazio Reportedly Reignite Interest in Former Real Madrid & Everton Star

A report from Colombia claims Lazio are once again considering signing James Rodriguez who could end his experience at Rayo Vallecano prematurely. The attacking midfielder rose to stardom during his early career years at Porto and Monaco.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / September 27, 2024

Rayo Vallecano manager peppered with James Rodriguez questions – ‘I have 25 more players’

Rayo Vallecano manager Inigo Perez has a game against Leganes on Saturday, but spent more of his press conference speaking about James Rodriguez than the match.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 17, 2024

Jamees Rodriguez makes La Liga return as Rayo Vallecano down Osasuna

Rayo Vallecano 3-1 Osasuna Rayo Vallecano picked up their second win of the season on Monday night with a comeback victory over Osasuna, who are level with Los Madrilenos on 7 points, but separated by five places.

Rayo Vallecano News / The Cult of Calcio / August 2, 2024

Lazio Executive Shuts Down James Rodriguez Talks

Lazio sporting director Angelo Fabiani has played down recent rumors linking the Biancocelesti with an interest in Colombia captain James Rodriguez. In an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, Fabiani addressed speculation regarding Lazio’s potential pursuit of the 33-year-old playmaker.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 25, 2024

James Rodriguez offered to Lazio by Jorge Mendes

Super-agent Jorge Mendes has proposed James Rodriguez to Lazio as the Colombian veteran looks for a new club. The Biancocelesti have been on the hunt for a boost in creativity in their frontline for a number of weeks now, seriously targeting Manchester United exile Mason Greenwood.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 12, 2024