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James Rodriguez ‘wants MLS move’ with Bayern Munich future uncertain under Jupp Heynckes

Colombian ace joined Bayern on two-year loan deal from Real Madrid but is out of favour after Carlo Ancelotti was axed

JAMES RODRIGUEZ could make a loan move to the MLS in January, according to reports.

The Colombian ace is said to be unsettled after Carlo Ancelotti was axed as Bayern Munich boss.

 James Rodriguez is said to be uncomfortable with life in Germany
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James Rodriguez is said to be uncomfortable with life in GermanyCredit: Getty

Ancelotti brought in Rodriguez, 26, over the summer after the former Real Madrid boss played on his relationship with the player.

But Rodriguez has been an unused substitute in the two Bundesliga games since Ancelotti left.

Reports in Spain claim that the MLS has emerged as a possibility for the 26-year-old, who is not thought to be fancied under returning boss Jupp Heynckes.

However, parent club Real are unlikely to be keen on the prospect of him heading to America.


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 Rodriguez has lost trusted boss Carlo Ancelotti at Bayern
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Rodriguez has lost trusted boss Carlo Ancelotti at BayernCredit: EPA
 Rodriguez will want regular action ahead of Russia 2018 with Colombia
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Rodriguez will want regular action ahead of Russia 2018 with ColombiaCredit: AP:Associated Press
 Rodriguez has not started either of Bayern's last two league games
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Rodriguez has not started either of Bayern's last two league gamesCredit: AP:Associated Press

Ending his two-year loan spell in Bavaria is likely to be complicated, after Bayern and Real initially agreed a two-year deal.

And if Real are to get a fee in excess of £50million for the 2014 World Cup star then he will need to be playing in Europe.

Rodriguez has won two Champions League trophies and a Liga title while at Real.


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But he fell behind Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema as Cristiano Ronaldo's support acts.

Marco Asensio and Isco have since blossomed as playmakers that have sharpened Los Blancos' attack under Zinedine Zidane.

 Rodriguez won two Champions League titles while at Real Madrid
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Rodriguez won two Champions League titles while at Real MadridCredit: EPA
 Jupp Heynckes has returned to boss Bayern for the fourth time
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Jupp Heynckes has returned to boss Bayern for the fourth timeCredit: AFP
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