Iñigo Pérez, coach of Rayo Vallecano, He denied this Thursday that he has a problem with James Rodriguez, that he is barely playing a leading role in the team so far, and stated that he is not “aware” of the rumors that place the Colombian outside the Madrid club in the winter market.
Since his arrival at Rayo Vallecano on August 26, James Rodríguez has played five games, one as a starter, and has played 123 minutes. In the last two he did not play. In the League against Alavés, by technical decision and against the modest Villamuriel in King’s Cup for some inconvenience.
“James is fit. He did not travel to Villamuriel due to some minor inconveniences. He has some pain in his knee and that’s why I don’t travel, to alleviate it,” Iñigo Pérez said at a press conference.
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The Spanish coach, unaware of the rumors of James’ possible departure, was blunt in expressing his opinion on the matter. “I am not aware of the rumors and have not spoken to James about this information either. Now is not the time and if it were I am open to talking to any player who is uncomfortable with their situation. The club has not told me anything,” he stressed. “There is no problem between James and me. “I can’t give you more information,” he concluded.