James has not been a starter for Rayo Vallecano for several games.
James and Rayo coach.
Iñigo Pérez, coach of Rayo Vallecanorevealed this Tuesday that the Colombian James Rodriguezwho is having very little participation in the team this season, will play in Copa del Rey against Unionistas de Salamanca, First RFEF.
James He is going through a difficult time at Rayo. After being chosen as the best player in the Copa América, he arrived at the club as a star on August 26, but his role with the team has been testimonial and he barely has 136 minutes spread over six games, only one of which as a starter. the one on September 28 against Leganés.
During this time, his presence on the bench has been common and on four occasions so far this season, against Girona, Alavés, Sevilla and Athletic Club de Bilbao were left without playing due to a technical decision. Nor did he do it against the modest Villamuriel in the first round of the Copa del Rey due to discomfort.
“James did not travel to Palencia but he is fit and will be with us tomorrow. He’s going to play tomorrow. “I am delighted with him but I have a large squad and I try to manage it in the best way for the best performance of the team,” said Iñigo Pérez, at a press conference.
