6 players who need a move in the January transfer window

#4 James Rodriguez

Real Madrid boss Zidane has handed a few opportunists to Rodriguez.

The star of the 2014 World Cup surely needs a move to revitalize his career. The Colombian’s two-season loan stint at Bayern Munich came to an end in the summer with the Bavarians unwilling to make his deal permanent.

Since his return to the Santiago Bernabéu, James Rodriguez has played only 435 minutes of football, making just seven La Liga appearances. Out of the seven appearances, he has started in just four. Of course, niggling injuries have played a part, greatly hampering his abilities.

Although a move seems unlikely, James has been linked with a move to Everton where manager Carlo Ancelotti is eager to be reunited with the player with whom he had relative success during his time with the Spanish giants. Moving outside the world’s biggest football club could help Rodriguez concentrate on rediscovering his best form and kick-start his faltering career.

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#3 Ivan Rakitic

Rakitic has been regular in the first team since his move from Sevilla.

Once a key man in Barcelona’s midfield, the Croatian has struggled for playing time this season with the arrival of Frenkie de Jong from Ajax. In his fifth season, Rakitic has started just seven league games with a total of 677 minutes under his belt. He spoke of his dismay over his limited opportunities earlier this season in an interview with Moviestar.

"How can I enjoy myself. How would my little daughter feel if they took away her toy? Sad. I feel the same. They have taken the ball from me. I feel sad."

Barca had hoped Rakitic would leave in the summer but he decided to stay and fight for his place at the Camp Nou. With his path to the first team blocked, it is time Rakitic considers his options again. Surely a move away beckons?