Al-Rayyan signing James Rodriguez has paid tribute to Everton after his departure this week.

James was sold to the Qataris in a permanent deal.

The Colombian said: "I want to thank my teammates, who welcomed me well, I wish them the best and I also want to thank Everton fans.

"A pity not to have played in Goodison Park with you, it would have been very nice.

"I always tried to give my best and I always wanted to win , that is my mentality. I wish you all the best. JR10."