Palmer thinks Rafa should keep James Rodriguez in use. Carlton Palmer believes Everton midfielder James Rodriguez is a good player Rafael Benitez must keep.

         The Colombia international has been faced with questions over an uncertain future. Following the departure of Carlo Ancelotti to Real Madrid. The prospect of returning to Real Madrid. 

         James is currently with the United States in pre-season. And Palmer is convinced the talent Benitez should keep more of a player.

         “I’m sure Rafa will sit down and talk to him, he suffered a number of injuries in the second half of the season. And I believe he is the highest paid player on the team,” Palmer told Football Fancast.

         “He’s a talented footballer. So I’m sure Rafa will talk to him, maybe he’s recovered from his injury.”

         “One thing you don’t want to do as a football manager. You don’t want to let a good player go if you can help him.”