(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."A lot of speculation. We have to work with the players that are here. Until Aug. 31, yes, he's in my plans," Benitez told a news conference ahead of Saturday's trip to Leeds United.
Benitez said striker Moise Kean, another player linked with a move away from the Merseyside club, was available after missing the game against the Saints. Benitez also said Everton have signed 37-year-old goalkeeper Andy Lonergan on a deal until the end of the season after teenager Harry Tyrer suffered a quadriceps injury in training, with Everton's Portuguese Joao Virginia set for a loan move.
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