5 players whose Real Madrid careers might be affected by the departure of Zinedine Zidane

#1) James Rodriguez

James joined Bayern Munich on two year-long loan deal from Real Madrid

James Rodriguez earned a big money move to Real Madrid in 2014 after impressing in the World Cup that was staged in Brazil. The Colombian midfielder impressive performances where he bagged the 2014 FIFA World Cup golden boots convinced the Los Blancos to prise him away from French side Monaco for a transfer fee around £63 Million.

The Colombian was impressive during his first season at Bernabeu under Ancelotti where he played an integral role in Real Madrid's 10th Champions League glory. However, tables turned when Ancelotti was relieved of his duties and replaced by Rafa Benitez who was later replaced by Zinedine Zidane.

James featured sparingly under Zidane as he was reduced to a bench role as the French manager preferred Modric, Kross and Casemiro as his midfield combination. Rodriguez joined his former Manager Ancelotti at Bayern Munich on a two-year loan deal in order to get more game time and to stay sharp for this year's World Cup.

The Colombian is entering his second loan season at Bayern Munich with the German giants having an option of making the deal permanent. Due to the resignation of Zidane, James could still have a chance for playing for the Los Blancos.