James Rodríguez returned to training with Everton. After having a few days off and confirming his stay in the English team, the Colombian midfielder returned to practice under the orders of Rafa Benítez and is waiting to be able to play the next commitment of his team in the Premier League. The player is in optimal condition and is available if the Spanish coach wants to use it.
“I've been going in for a couple of days now, he had four days off. Preparing for myself in case I have to play, I am suitable if I have to play, do it well. I'm getting into a good physical shape I'm fine. I'm calm (…) Everton plays on Monday, If they want to take me, I am suitable, I am willing to play if I have to. I am very happy because the Everton fans have given me a lot of affection, if I have to play I will do it in a good way as always, “said James this Thursday on his Twitch broadcast.
According to the English press, James would add his first minutes of the season this Monday when Everton host Burnley for the fourth date of the Premier League. The '19' could not play the first matches after going into isolation due to having close contact with a positive case of COVID-19. His only performances were in the preseason in the three friendly matches played by his club.
Despite the absence of the Colombian, the Toffees have had a good start to the season. They have not lost and are located in the sixth box of the standings with 7 points after their victories against Southampton and Brighton and the away draw against Leeds United.
The match between Everton and Burnley, valid for the fourth date of the Premier League, It will be played on Monday, September 13 at 2:00 p.m. (Colombian time) at Goodison Park.