James Rodriguez is as elusive as he is illustrious in a career which has spanned two continents, two World Cups and a multitude of managers.
The Colombian joined Everton on a reported free transfer, with the out-of-favour Real Madrid outcast finding his spot on the bench increasingly left with his own imprint as he struggled to force into his way into Zinedine Zidane’s plans.
He has featured across a vast array of leagues across Europe – Porto, Monaco, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have all boasted the services of Rodriguez at some point in his career.
Since moving to Merseyside, Rodriguez has amassed three goals and three assists in just 10 games as a Toffees player as the 29-year-old begins to recapture some of his best form.
Scintillating screamers, prolific play-making and an incisive edge to his game are key components of the Colombian’s abilities, although his career hasn’t always been shimmering with glamour.
To that end, here’s a test of your knowledge of Rodriguez’s career prior to signing for the Toffees…
