Soccer-Benitez casts doubts on Rodriguez's Everton future


FILE PHOTO: Jul 25, 2021; Orlando, Florida, USA; Everton midfielder James Rodriguez (19) takes the field prior the game against Millonarios during a 2021 Florida Cup semifinal soccer match at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

(Reuters) - Everton midfielder James Rodriguez faces an uncertain future at the Premier League club, with manager Rafa Benitez saying on Friday that the Colombian international was part of his plans until Aug. 31 when the transer window closes.

Rodriguez missed Everton's opening 3-1 home win over Southampton last weekend as he was isolating due to COVID-19 regulations, with Benitez stating that he hoped to find the "best solution" for the team and the player.

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