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'Ancelotti factor was key to James Rodriguez transfer' - Everton boss credited for bringing in a 'world superstar'

James Rodriguez's agent Kia Joorabchian says Carlo Ancelotti played a key role in bringing a "world superstar" to Everton, and has backed him to bring the best out of the ex-Real Madrid playmaker.

Everton confirmed James's arrival at Goodison Park from Madrid in a £22 million ($29m) deal on Monday afternoon, with the 29-year-old signing a two-year contract with the club.

The Colombia international will now link up with ex-Blancos boss Ancelotti once again on Merseyside, having also played under the Italian during a loan spell at Bayern Munich.