New Bayern Munich signing James Rodriguez has laid out ambitious plans to take over from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as one of the world's foremost footballers.
The Colombia international joined the Bundesliga champions this month on an initial two-year loan deal, with the option to make the move permanent in 2019.
James joined Real Madrid for a reported €70million from Monaco after lighting up World Cup 2014, but he managed to convince Carlo Ancelotti, Rafael Benitez and Zinedine Zidane that he was worthy of a regular place in the starting line-up.
Asked if he could succeed the Barcelona and Madrid stars, James said: "Why not? They are big players. I'll be ready for what happens in the future and improve in world football."
James made only 13 starts in La Liga last season, but he accepts that he is not guaranteed a place in the Bayern line-up given the talent at Ancelotti's disposal.
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