The potential lineups Carlo Ancelotti could use begin to surface after Rodriguez's arrival, and a German international and true legend at the Allianz Arena could be relegated to a secondary role.
The Colombian's features allow him to occupy practically any attacking position. He can also play out wide, but being the playmaker who plays just behind Lewandowski suits him best.
As it stands, it looks like Robben and Ribery will play on the wings, while Thomas Muller would be the one to fall down the pecking order for Ancelotti. It is still early, but James has not joined the German club to undergo the same situation he did at Real Madrid.
Thomas Muller has given the Bavarians countless triumphs. Having become accustomed to making many goals, he only managed to score five in 29 Bundesliga fixtures last season.