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JANUARY 15 • GOAL.COM
JAMES RODRIGUEZ
#19 - MIDFIELDER - EVERTON
3 G
3 A
1.8 SPG
Everton signed James Rodriguez on a free transfer, confirms director of football Brands James Rodriguez joined Everton on a free transfer from Real Madrid, director of football Marcel Brands has confirmed.
Match against Aston Villa postponed Rodriguez and Everton had their match against Aston Villa postponed on Jan. 17 because of the latter's COVID-19 issues.
Impact Everton now get 10 days of rest before their next match, Jan. 23 in the FA Cup and then their next league match is Jan. 27 against Leicester City. It's a slight boost for Rodriguez, who gets extra rest, while it also allows Dominic Calvert-Lewin to recover from a hamstring injury. On the downside, Everton don't have a match in Gameweek 19.
JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances Rodriguez crossed four times inaccurately and created two chances during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Wolverhampton.
Impact Rodriguez was held off the scoresheet as Everton took down Wolves on Tuesday. The midfielder sent in the second highest amount of crosses on the team, while his two chances created paced Everton in the win. Rodriguez was subbed off in the 86th minute.
JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Five crosses off bench Rodriguez sent in five inaccurate crosses during Friday's 1-0 defeat to West Ham.
Impact Rodriguez came off the bench for the last 26 minutes and was extremely efficient with his limited time on the pitch. The creative midfielder was brought on to try and get back into the match, but wasn't able to find accurate end product. Rodriguez looked healthy and could start to play his way back into the starting XI as he recovers from his calf injury.
JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Makes bench Friday Rodriguez (calf) is on the bench for Friday's match against West Ham.
Impact Rodriguez was originally labeled as out Friday, but he's surprisingly on the bench. He hasn't played since Dec. 5 because of a calf injury and there's no guarantee he's ready for extended minutes against West Ham.
JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Friday's match Rodriguez (calf) will miss Friday's match against West Ham, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Impact Rodriguez hasn't appeared since Dec. 5 because of a calf issue, but he's edging closer to health and Ancelotti believes he'll be an option for the Jan. 9 Cup contest. Gylfi Sigurdsson will continue to start and take the majority of sets against West Ham on Friday.
DECEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out two more matches Rodriguez (calf) will miss Saturday's match at Sheffield United and Monday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Impact Rodriguez also missed the midweek League Cup loss to Manchester United and this newest delay will see him out for six straight matches. Gylfi Sigurdsson should continue to start in the place of Rodriguez and looks a worthy option, as he's scored one goal and provided one assist in three starts.
DECEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out midweek Rodriguez (calf) is not an option for Wednesday's Cup match, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Impact This isn't too surprising for Rodriguez, who will need to return to full training before he's an option again. He's missed the last three matches and at this point, it'd be a surprise if he started Saturday's match at Sheffield United, which means another call for Gylfi Sigurdsson is likely.
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Arsenal Rodriguez (calf) is not available for Saturday's match against Arsenal, but manager Carlo Ancelotti is hopeful he'll be ready for the following midweek Cup match.
Impact This isn't too surprise for Rodriguez, as Ancelotti wasn't confident in his status earlier in the week. Gylfi Sigurdsson is set to start again Saturday, though on a short week there could be rotation. In Rodriguez's two absences, Everton have beat both Chelsea and Leicester City, holding two clean sheets.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
To remain out Wednesday Rodriguez (calf) will be assessed "day to day," but he's not available for Wednesday's match against Leicester City, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "James is starting his in...
Impact It seems like a minor issue for Rodriguez, but there's no reason to rush him back with the number of matches ahead. He'll hope to return for Saturday's match, but that's far from a given, as well. Gylfi Sigurdsson will likely remain in the XI and continue to take sets for the Toffees.
DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY: It's derby day in Manchester and Madrid It’s become a rare position for Manchester United to be heading into the derby ahead of Manchester City in the Premier League standings, but it is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side seemi...
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out against Chelsea Rodriguez (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. He picked up a knock last match and hasn't trained this week.
Impact This situation has happened before with Rodriguez in which he was labeled out then started two days later. That said, it's best to take Ancelotti's word, which means another start for Gylfi Sigurdsson, who will be on set pieces in a tough spot against Chelsea on Saturday.
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Takes three shots during draw Rodriguez took three shots (one on goal), created two scoring chances, and put in two crosses (none accurate) during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Burnley.
Impact Rodriguez continues to take shots (eight over his past three matches) but hasn't been able to produce goals and assist like he did in the beginning of the season. His last assist came Oct. 17 and he'll attempt to turn that around against a Chelsea side who have been airtight over the past couple months.
DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Takes three shots in loss James took three shots (two on target) and created five chances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Leeds United. He also made a clearance, an interception and he won one of one tackl...
Impact James was excellent on Saturday despite his side's loss against Leeds, but he hasn't tallied a goal or an assist in the Premier League since mid-October. He will hope to change that next weekend against 18th-placed Burnley, which have conceded 17 goals in nine matches this season.
NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Struggles in loss James had five inaccurate crosses and three corners in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Manchester United.
Impact James wasn't at his best Saturday and that didn't help Everton's efforts against Manchester United. He's been dealing with a nagging issue the last few weeks and will hopefully get some extra rest over the international break, which should help fantasy numbers with a favorable schedule ahead (Fulham, Leeds, Burnley).
NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Manchester United Rodriguez is getting the nod from the start in Saturday's match versus Manchester United.
Impact Rodriguez will make his return to the XI after missing one Premier League game with an undiclosed injury. He has been a weapon so far, having tallied three goals and three assists in seven appearances.
NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Fit to face Man United James (undisclosed) is fit for Saturday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "James says he is 100 per cent. I have some doubts about this but p...
Impact It sounds like James can't worsen the injury, which is good news for playing time, though it's a wonder if it effects him down the road. Either way, he's a major boost to Everton's attack in a match he'll be needed in against Manchester United on Saturday. In six starts, he has three goals and three assists.
NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Newcastle Rodriguez will miss Sunday's match against Newcastle with a "small problem," according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Impact Rodriguez was thought to be out for last week's match too, but he made a surprise return. However, this time it appears to be final, though it's unclear what the exact issue is. In his place, Gylfi Sigurdsson could move back into the starting XI Sunday against Newcastle.
OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Registers two shots James recorded two shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner versus Southampton on Sunday.
Impact James was originally expected to miss Sunday's clash but shook off his ailment to log the full 90 minutes. In six appearances for the Toffees, the Columbian racked up three goals on 14 shots (six on target), three assists and 24 crosses (eight accurate).
OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Southampton James (hematoma) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Southampton.
Impact James went from out on Thursday to starting Sunday, which means he may not be ready for a full 90. Either way, against Southampton, there's little reason to doubt him, having produced three goals and three assists in his last four starts.
OCTOBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY: Everton looks to extend unbeaten start Everton plays at Southampton looking to maintain the English Premier league’s only unbeaten record but the leader could be without playmaker James Rodriguez
OCTOBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Partially trains Friday James (hematoma) partially trained Friday and hopes to train fully Saturday ahead of Sunday's match, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Impact This is a big change in news from Ancelotti after he said the team would be without James for Sunday's match. While a start still seems like a stretch, it wouldn't be a complete surprise, mainly because James isn't dealing with a muscle injury that could worsen.
OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Southampton James suffered an injury early in last weekend's derby and is not an option for Sunday's trip to Southampton, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Impact This is a surprising update considering James went the full 90 last weekend. While he's played the majority of the first five matches, Everton fans were always worried about a potential injury given his variety of issues the last couple years. Ancelotti will likely turn to Gylfi Sigurdsson on Sunday, which could mean a different formation for the Toffees. Bernard and Anthony Gordon are also options to start in an attacking role.
OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Adds assist in derby James assisted to go with two shots (one on target), three chances created and six crosses (three accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Liverpool.
Impact Even in a tough spot, James still managed his usual numbers Saturday, producing multiple shots and chances. Through five matches, he has three goals, three assists, 12 shots and 15 chances created, holding one of the better floors in the league.
OCTOBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
