Everton: Rodriguez and Allan moves assessed by pundits
James Rodriguez could help Everton climb the top six but manager Carlo Ancelotti will need something more to break into the top four. That is according to former Toffees ace Richard Dunne, who considers Rodriguez as probably the club's "first superstar" following his stints at Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.
The attacking midfielder joined the Merseysiders for £22million from Real on a two-year deal, with an option for a third season.
Dunne sang the Colombia international's praises as he knows how to win games and will add some much-needed spark in Ancelotti's side.
However, the former centre-back isn't yet convinced he can lead Everton to Champions League qualification considering the Premier League's intense competition.
Dunne told BBC Radio 5 Live: "James Rodriguez is probably the first superstar Everton have had.
"Rodriguez comes as the one who can win games. They have always been a decent side, who you know what you will get from. Now they have something different.
"They will hope they can challenge for the top six but will need more to break the top four."
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Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti has previously worked with James Rodriguez (Image: GETTY)
"I've come here to try to improve, to get better. I've also come here to help the team to win, to play good football - entertaining football.
"I'm convinced, with Carlo and his technical staff, we can achieve big things and one of the big reasons [I signed] was the presence of Carlo Ancelotti.
"I have enjoyed some great times with him previously at two different clubs. That was a massive reason to come here."
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