Former Tottenham star Dimitar Berbatov has hailed Everton's swoop for James Rodriguez.

James signed for Everton last week from Real Madrid.

Berbatov played with the new Everton star at Monaco in 2014 and saw first-hand the Colombian at the peak of his powers.

Former Tottenham ace Berbatov said: “His left foot is magic, one of the best left feet ever, honestly.

“I wasn't surprised he went to Everton. Sometimes you need to take one step back to step forward.

“He didn't play much at Real Madrid and he now needs a place to go where he will know that he is going to be a starter."