OFFICIAL: James Rodriguez leaves Everton to join Al Rayyan in Qatar

The midfielder has not featured for the Toffees this season after Rafael Benitez took charge and has decided to continue his career in Qatar

James Rodriguez has joined Qatari club Al Rayyan from Everton.

The midfielder fell out of contention for a place in the Toffees team this season after Rafael Benitez took over as coach.

James travelled to Qatar this week to hold talks with the team coached by ex-France coach Laurent Blanc and has reached an agreement with the club.