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James declares: I'm ready to play for Everton on Monday

James Rodriguez has declared himself fully fit and available to Everton manager Rafa Benitez.

After turning down a move to Istanbul Basaksehir on Wednesday, James is back in training at Finch Farm.

He said on his Twitch stream last night: "I have been training for a couple of days, had four days off.

"Preparing for myself in case I have to play, I am suitable if I have to play, to do it well. I am getting in a good way physically, I am well. I am calm.

"Everton plays on Monday, if they want to take me I'm fit, I'm looking forward to playing if it's my turn. I'm very happy because the Everton fans have given me a lot of affection, if I have to play I will do it in a good way as always."

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