Manchester United are in talks with James Rodriguez over a proposed £59 million move to Old Trafford according to the Daily Express, per Fox Sports.
For manager Louis van Gaal -- who is desperate to keep his job -- it would be £59 million well spent.
'Chicharito' Hernandez Is Trolling Manchester United
After returning to the Champions League, 2015 was thought to be the resurgence of England’s most-storied club. Instead, what followed was disappointing result after disappointing result. United were bounced out of the Champions League group stage after a 3-2 loss to Wolfsburg.
A poor string of results leaves the Red Devils in sixth place in the Premier League table, nine points off the top.
Manchester United Would Still Be In Champions League If They Had 'Chicharito' Hernandez
Louis van Gaal's regime is now so discredited he actually believes yet another 0-0 at home (no wins in 8) is a reason for optimism #mufc
— Sam Pilger (@sampilger) December 28, 2015
A questionable defense was thought to be the weak link in van Gaal’s United, but it’s a lack of goals plaguing the team.
Louis van Gaal has managed 11 0-0 draws as Man Utd boss - six of which have come since the end of October #MUNCHE pic.twitter.com/ZQbkaxZVkb
— bwin (@bwin) December 28, 2015
Rodriguez would go a long way in rectifying that. The Colombian international is averaging 3.3 key passes, per WhoScored, more than any other Real Madrid player.
No Manchester United player is averaging more than two. (Juan Mata leads the club with 1.5).
Admittedly, seeing a talent like Rodriguez depart the Santiago Bernabeu is impossible at best, but the friction between he and manager Rafa Benitez creates a slither of hope for van Gaal.
VIDEO James Rodriguez blanks Rafa Benitez after being subbed off last night. He's not happy https://t.co/E5mq43m5f6 pic.twitter.com/GFyrueWdic
— GeniusFootball (@GeniusFootball) December 31, 2015
It’s a slither he must take full advantage of if he hopes to remain in charge.
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What a pass by @Jamesrodriguez sets up @GarethBale11. For his troubles, James gets substituted. 1-1. #LaLiga https://t.co/QIzjUO1TbL
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