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Rafa Benitez hints James Rodriguez may have to be SOLD just 12 months on from his move from Real Madrid to fund Everton signings as the new boss admits he needs to find 'solutions' for high-earners who aren't in his plans

Rafa Benitez insists he does not fear the pressure that will be heaped on him to revive Everton’s fortunes - and admits he needs to find a 'solution' for James Rodriguez's future so he can have money to spend on new players.

The appointment of the former Liverpool boss has split opinion among Evertonians but Benitez has not been flustered by any of the furore and has mapped out his ambition to be the man who leads the club into their new stadium at Bramley Dock in 2024.

‘I like this challenge,’ said the Spaniard.