James Rodriguez is reportedly set to leave Sao Paulo to return to Europe after his standout performances with the Colombia national team at Copa America 2024.

According to journalist German Garcia Grova, midfielder James Rodriguez is ready for a new challenge in his career and wants to return to the European football scene. This means that the 33-year-old player will end his current contract with his current club, Sao Paulo.

The basis for James to realize this desire is his impressive performance with the Colombia national team at Copa America 2024. Additionally, many top clubs have shown interest in acquiring Rodriguez, while transfer expert Fabrizio Romano adds that the player wants to return to the old continent.

At Copa America 2024, James Rodriguez’s performance allowed fans to witness what the player once showcased at the 2014 World Cup. The 33-year-old played brilliantly, helping Colombia defeat top teams to reach the final, but La Tricolor ultimately fell short against the strong Argentina and had to settle for the runner-up position.

On a personal level, James broke the record held by legend Lionel Messi by becoming the player with the most assists in a single Copa America with 6 assists, along with one goal. His “transformation” also helped him surpass other strong contenders to win the tournament’s Best Player award.

In the past, James Rodriguez has played for many top European clubs, including Porto, AS Monaco, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and most recently, Everton. During his peak years in Europe, the Colombian international also earned prestigious titles, including winning the Champions League twice in a row with Real Madrid in the 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 seasons.

With his latest move, it is likely that fans will witness the return of one of the few remaining “classic number 10” players in European football.