James meditates leaving Everton and Atlético remains in the loop

The story of James Rodríguez and Atlético may have a new chapter. The 29-year-old Colombian could be considering leaving Everton and Jorge Mendes, his representative, is evaluating options in Europe. Thus, according to the Colombian media Win Sports, the agent has already offered it to several clubs where it can be accommodated: Naples, Milan and, again, Atlético de Madrid.

The playmaker he was very close to wearing red and white two summers ago. The agreement with Real Madrid was practically done and the footballer wanted that change of scenery, but in the end it all came to nothing. The 3-7 in the friendly derby of the United States discouraged the white board from letting one of their players go to the neighbor and rival. The Atleti assumed it and he changed the shot towards the Valencian player Rodrigo.

James he stayed in 19-20 at Real Madrid and a year ago he left for Everton. Atlético did not try this time to sign the Colombian. Now, according to this information, the footballer it could come out for less than 20 million euros, an acceptable figure for major teams in Europe. However, in Simeone's team everything would depend on possible outlets in the attack.

The ex-Madridista He started on a very good footing at Everton, that he even saw himself at the top of the rankings in the first few weeks. The team couldn't keep up and James, who has not been to the Copa América, stayed in 23 games played (1,776 '), six goals and five assists. Simeone has always liked it, although it will not be easy to enter the league champion's block, not even for James.