The President of Rayo Vallecano, Martín Presa, expressed his excitement over the signing of Colombian star James Rodríguez on a free transfer. He went as far as comparing this move to the iconic arrival of Diego Maradona at Napoli in 1984. In an interview with El Partidazo de COPE radio show, Presa revealed that the forward’s compatriot, Radamel Falcao, played a key role in facilitating this surprise transfer for the Madrid club. According to Presa, the collaboration and effort put into this signing made it a historic moment for Rayo Vallecano.
Despite the fanfare surrounding James Rodríguez’s arrival, Presa made it clear that the star player would not be rushed into action. Considering Rodríguez’s participation in the final of the Copa América in July, Presa emphasized the importance of managing his return to the field carefully. Comparing him to a Formula 1 driver, Presa highlighted the need to ensure that Rodríguez remains fit and ready for the entire season ahead.
In addition to Rodríguez’s signing, Rayo Vallecano is reportedly exploring the option of bringing in Memphis Depay as a free agent to bolster their attacking lineup for the upcoming season. While Depay’s team initially dismissed these reports as rumors, a source close to Rayo revealed that the club is indeed considering this move. However, the financial implications of such a deal are acknowledged, and it may only be feasible if Raul de Tomás departs from the club first.
As Rayo Vallecano prepares to face Barcelona in an upcoming match, all eyes are on their new signing, Dani Olmo, who is expected to make his debut for the Catalan club. With an injury to Andreas Christensen opening up a spot for Olmo in the squad, Barcelona will be looking to make an impact in their clash against Rayo Vallecano. Amidst the speculation surrounding additional signings and the potential pairing of Rodríguez and Depay in attack, Rayo Vallecano is gearing up for an exciting season as they celebrate 100 years of history.
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