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James Rodriguez Nears Shock Italian Second-Division Move
8 Sep
Summary
- James Rodriguez is reportedly close to joining Italian second-division club US Avellino.
- Coach Alessandro Nesta personally contacted Rodriguez to persuade him to join.
- Rodriguez has been clubless since July, after a short spell with Minnesota United.
Colombian attacking midfielder James Rodriguez is reportedly on the verge of joining Italian second-division club US Avellino. Negotiations between the player and the club are said to be in the final stages, with financial details remaining to be settled.
Avellino's coach, Alessandro Nesta, is understood to have been a driving force behind the pursuit of the 35-year-old. Nesta reportedly reached out to Rodriguez personally to encourage the transfer.
Rodriguez has been without a club since the beginning of July. His career has seen him play for numerous clubs across different continents since leaving Real Madrid, including stints in England, Qatar, Greece, Spain, and Mexico. Most recently, he played for MLS club Minnesota United FC for six months, but his contract was not extended.
