Transfer rumors: Who’s in and who’s out at Real Madrid this summer
Out: James Rodriguez – Attacking Midfielder
James Rodriguez will likely be on his way out of Real Madrid this summer after joining them just three seasons ago. When Los Blancos acquired the Colombian star, it came at the hefty price of $90M. At the time it was justified. He was 22 years old, came off of a fantastic World Cup performance, and just had a great season with Monaco.
Unfortunately, he has consistently fallen out of favor by the managers at Real. That has nothing to do with either his talent or play, just the simple fact that Real has players better than him at his positions. Even if these players aren’t better footballers, they may fit the tactics of Real’s team better.
Rodriguez has been rumored to be on the move to a number of clubs, including both Milan’s, Chelsea, and United. It also could be very possible that Real will sell James and Morata to the same club.
As far as his price tag, James is expected to be sold for something north of $50M. He is still without a doubt one of the best attacking midfielders in the game and still only 25 years old. If he is sold, whatever teams land him will be getting a special player.