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Edinson Cavani insists Uruguay are not looking at Spain or Portugal

Uruguay international Edinson Cavani has stressed that his teammates are not looking towards facing Portugal or Spain with their final group game against Russia yet to be played. The South American nation have picked up close 1-0 wins over Egypt and Saudi Arabia in their last two matches and they now have the opportunity to secure the top spot with a victory over the hosts.

Speaking prior to the game, Cavani refused to look far into the future and he is looking forward to facing Russia in the final group stage match, he said: “None of that, we focus on the match tomorrow first and foremost and that is the path we will take and we’ll think about other aspects afterwards.

Edinson Cavani insists Uruguay are not looking at Spain or Portugal

“The most important thing is to win the match tomorrow, possibly end up first in the group and see what happens in other matches but first we need to focus on ourselves, we’re a tightly-knit group.Then we’ll have to face the match that will be set up in the round of 16, with the same seriousness and dedication and focus that we go into every match.”

Uruguay are currently on six points after the first two games but they now require to compulsorily win over the hosts to claim the top spot. As such, Oscar Tabarez is expected to name a strong side for the game but he is due to be without the services of Jose Gimenez who suffered a thigh injury in the match against Saudi.

Meanwhile, both Spain and Portugal are not yet assured of their spots in the round of 16 and there is the possibility of one of them missing out during the final group stage game. Iran are presently one point behind the pair and they could yet progress to the knockouts at the expense of one of the nations.

Edinson Cavani Responds To Chelsea Transfer Speculation

Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani has clarified that he has no plans of leaving Les Parisiens amid the ongoing speculation linking him with a move to Stamford Bridge. The Uruguay international has scored 28 league goals for the Capital outfit who have cruised towards the Ligue 1 title and they most recently celebrated a treble after winning the French Cup against third-tier minnows Les Herbiers.

Speaking after the Cup triumph, Cavani assured that he is not thinking about a summer exit and he is keen on winning more silverware with the French champions, he said: “My future is here, of course. I think that it has been a good season. We must enjoy moments like these. I am pleased for the supporters to be here. Four consecutive Coupe de France wins represents a lot of history for PSG. We are here to win and win titles for the club.”

Cavani’s position came under question during the early phase of the campaign where he had a fall-out with Neymar in a match against Lyon. However, the pair have since managed to shed their differences apart and Cavani recently admitted that there are no longer issues between him and the world’s most expensive footballer.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are reported on the hunt for a new marksman during the summer transfer window and any new arrival could coincide with the departure of club-record signing Alvaro Morata. The Spaniard has struggled to find his feet since the turn of the year and reports from Italy have suggested that he could re-join Juventus on a two-year loan with the obligation of a permanent deal in the future.

Morata netted 10 league goals for Chelsea during the first half of the campaign but the intensity of the competition has had a toll on him since the start of 2018. The Spaniard has managed just one goal in the top-flight over the past five months and he is currently playing second fiddle to Olivier Giroud in the centre-forward department.

Mario Balotelli Insists Zlatan Ibrahimovic Is Better Than Edinson Cavani

Nice striker Mario Balotelli believes there is not comparison between Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Edinson Cavani as the latter is better with his individual attributes. Ibrahimovic was Les Parisiens’ leading goal-getter prior to his departure during the summer of 2016, and Cavani has since surpassed the feat whilst commanding a regular role in the centre-forward position.

Ahead of Nice’s Ligue 1 clash versus Paris Saint-Germain, Balotelli was asked whether Cavani is a better player when compared to Ibrahimovic to which he replied: “You cannot compare Ibrahimovic with Cavani. Zlatan is better, even if I have a lot of respect for Cavani who is the best player in Ligue 1 because he scores a lot of goals. But Zlatan is in a whole different dimension.”

Obviously, it is difficult to compare players who were playing in different areas of the field. Whilst Ibrahimovic was leading the line for Les Parisiens, Cavani had to mostly contend with either a wider or number 10 role which hampered his chances of scoring more regularly. Now without Zlatan, the Uruguay international has transformed into one of Europe’s deadliest strikers, though he does have the tendency to spur chances.

Paris Saint-Germain brought in the likes of Neymar and Kylian Mbappe to enhance their chances of winning the Champions League this term, but things did not go as planned during the round of 16 stage, where they downed by holders Real Madrid across two legs. Since then, there has been plenty of talk of Cavani leaving Parc des Princes amid suggestions that he is still upset with the on-field spat with Neymar regarding a penalty earlier in the season.

Chelsea and Manchester United have been among the high-profile clubs credited with an interest, but it would not come as a surprise, if Cavanisignals his interest to re-join Napoli, where he made his name as a top-class marksman.

Unai Emery not worried about his Paris Saint-Germain future

Paris Saint-Germain manager Unai Emery is not worried about his future, despite Les Parisiens’ 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 first-leg. The French outfit went head-to-head with the European champions for most of the game, but their workrate dropped in the dying stages which enabled Los Blancos to capitalise.

Speaking in his weekly press conference, Emery stressed that the Champions League defeat won’t have any implication on his future at Parc des Princes, and he remains convinced that the club can overturn the deficit in the home leg next month.
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Kylian Mbappe to seal Paris Saint-Germain loan move

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly on the cusp of sealing a season-long loan move for Monaco wonderkid Kylian Mbappe.

The France international will join the Capital outfit on a temporary basis for the campaign after which they are expected to secure a permanent deal worth £166m.

The 18-year-old will link up with Brazilian superstar Neymar, who made a shock switch from Barcelona earlier this summer for a world-record sum of around £198m. Neymar and Cavani have flourished in the forward department since the start of the season, but Mbappe is set to add an extra dimension to their game with his pace and fearlessness in front of goal.

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly on the cusp of sealing a season-long loan move for Monaco wonderkid Kylian Mbappe.

Kylian Mbappe to seal Paris Saint-Germain loan move

The France international will join the Capital outfit on a temporary basis for the campaign after which they are expected to secure a permanent deal worth £166m.

Mbappe found success whilst playing from the left side of the attack last season, but he may have to contend with a role on the opposite flank with both Neymar and Edinson Cavani settled in their respective positions. Angel di Maria and Julian Draxler had been regulars out wide in the backend of the previous campaign, but they may have to potentially play a backup role or else push for a move away from Parc des Princes.

The former French champions have not had much luck while trying to compete for the Champions League crown in recent years, and the combination of Neymar, Cavani and Mbappe could be a drooling prospect for the fans, who are expectant of the club to at least reach the semi-final stage of the elite competition.

Losing the Ligue 1 title to AS Monaco last term was a huge negative for a club of Paris Saint-Germain’s calibre, and the Principality club appear to be doing favours to their rivals, having offered them the opportunity to sign their teenage prospect. Mbappe netted 26 goals during his breakout season at Stade Louis II last term, and he will be under immense pressure to perform at Les Parisiens due to the transfer sum on offer next summer.

Edinson Cavani Scores 31st League Goal to Help PSG Win against Montpelier

Edinson Cavani scored the goals that helped Paris St Germain stay in touch with Monaco at the top of the French Ligue 1 table.

It has been a difficult campaign for the French club, as they have been facing several disappointments under the regime of Unai Emery. The former Sevilla manager was brought with the sole objective of helping the club Excel in European competitions. Yet, PSG face to the embarrassment of losing a 4-0 lead from the first leg to Barcelona, as they went out of the Champions League at the quarter-final stage is once again.

Edinson Cavani scored the goals that helped Paris St Germain stay in touch with Monaco at the top of the French Ligue 1 table.

Edinson Cavani Scores 31st League Goal to Help PSG Win against Montpelier

In the last few years, the French league title has provided solace to the club. Even that now seems in doubt with Monaco rated as the favourites to win the league title. Yet, that has not prevented PSG from giving the best in order to stay in touch with the table leaders. A 2-0 win over Montpelier helped them remain level on points with Monaco, who are in the table due to a better goal difference.

Edinson Cavani scored the opening goal before former Manchester United winger Angel di Maria doubled their advantage and made the game safe. After the match, PSG defender Maxwell claimed that they can only do their job and keep on winning while hoping for Monaco to drop points.

“We’ll see if we can stay in front until the end. Monaco’s had a great season and you have to congratulate them. But we’re still in it,” said Maxwell. The goal against Montpelier has helped Edinson Cavani register his best season’s tally of 31 goals. In the past, he has been overshadowed by the presence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, but the Uruguayan is clearly benefiting from the lack of the Swedish centre forward. Cavani has been the first choice striker for the club this season.

Edinson Cavani has been complaining about in the last couple of years about the lack of playing time

Edinson Cavani has been complaining about in the last couple of years about the lack of playing time in a more central position.

The presence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic meant that the only way Cavani could be kept happy is by giving him playing time one way or the other. As a result, he was forced out wide where he has spent the most of the last 24 months. However, Cavani is all set to return to the central starting position due to the departure of Ibrahimovic. The Swedish striker has brought his time with PSG to an end after joining Manchester United on a free transfer.

Edinson Cavani has been complaining about in the last couple of years about the lack of playing time in a more central position.

Immediately after the departure of Ibrahimovic, rumours about Cavani also leaving the French club have come to a standstill. Even though he is likely to miss the season opener against Bastia due to an injury, Cavani is confident of making a major impact for the French club as the main striker. Even though the club brought in Jese from Real Madrid for a substantial sum of money, he is not expected to be a contender for Cavani’s position.Instead, he is likely to be a stopgap who may step in in case the Uruguay striker is unavailable – just like the opening weekend.

New manager Unai Emery has already confirmed his plans to use Cavani as the main striker.”No it’s a big challenge that I’ve been presented with to be part of the PSG attack in this central position. I’ll try to be at my best and to respond to expectations, like I’ve tried to do in previous years.With the confidence of the coach and the club, I hope that everything will go the way we all wish it to. For me it’s an honour to be one of PSG’s attackers,” said Cavani.

Edinson Cavani continues may Move to Premier League

PSG striker Edinson Cavani continues to be linked with a move to the Premier League even though he has played a significant role in the club’s progression in the Champions League.

The player is simply not in the plans of manager Laurent Blanc after frequently complaining about his position on the pitch. Cavani was not happy that he was straightaway seen as the second choice forward – to Zlatan Ibrahimovic – after just have arrived from Napoli for more than £ 60 million. His position at the club has never recovered from the day one.

The Uruguayan was determined to fight for his future at the French capital, but after saying that it made no difference to his position, he is now on the lookout for a new club. Cavani came off the bench to score the winner against Chelsea in the Champions League last 16 match between the two teams. The winner ultimately proved to be the catalyst behind a 4-2 success on aggregate over the London outfit. Despite being frozen out of first-team action, Cavani continues to score goals on a regular basis as a substitute. The 29-year-old has already grabbed 20 goals in just 40 matches, which is impressive for a player in his position.

Chelsea, Manchester City, and Manchester United are some of the clubs linked with a move.”Honestly, it would be wrong if I said no. It’s is one of the most beautiful and important leagues in the world.When as a player you have dreamed of playing at the highest level, it’s normal that it gets your attention to be linked as a target as a possible addition to important clubs in the world.But it doesn’t go further than the reality and today’s reality is that I’m a PSG player.I’ve always said that wherever I have played, I’ve always respected that jersey and I’ve always defended it,” said Cavani.

Edinson Cavani claims that he is ready to fight

Edinson Cavani claims that he is ready to fight for his future at Paris St Germain after being relegated to the bench in recent weeks.

The position of the striker at the French outfit has been under debate ever since he joined the club for £ 55 million in 2013. He continues to be linked with clubs like Chelsea and Manchester United. Manager Laurent Blanc has preferred using the older Zlatan Ibrahimovic rather than Cavani. Even when the Uruguayan is selected in the first-team, he often plays on the wing which is not his natural position.
Cavani has disappointed especially when it comes to the goals to game ratio.

This coupled with his replacement Lucas Mora doing well have put him on a permanent spot in the sidelines. The striker is least happy with the situation, as he used to be playing regularly until now. Even though he was not happy being shuffled around, the presence of gametime appeared to be more important for the 28-year-old. Now that it has disappeared from the shelves, it has been speculated that interest from other clubs will grow in the summer. Blanc has already stated that he will not stand in the way of Cavani should he decide to leave, but the striker says that he wants to fight for his future at the French giants.

“There is a problem with Cavani’s behaviour but my job is to think of the entire squad as a collective.We did hold a staff meeting and among the various issues we discussed were Cavani and his complaints.The desires of the individual can’t affect the rest of the team,” said Blanc. “Edinson will stay with PSG. The problems he has he knows how to deal with them like any professional. He is a team player and certainly does not feel uncomfortable here,” said a source close to Cavani.

Edinson Cavani has claimed that he would like to have a central striker role

Manchester United transfer target Edinson Cavani has claimed that he would like to have a central striker role at Paris St Germain.

At present, manager Laurent Blanc has been unable to give this position to Cavani on a regular basis due to the presence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The Swede occupies its bigger role in the team despite having cost considerably less than Cavani. Due to the big shadow that is Ibrahimovic, it has been suggested that Cavani would seek a move away from the French club in the summer. The Uruguayan has been linked with several clubs like Manchester United and most recently Juventus.

Cavani has reiterated his desire to be the central striker once again. However, it is highly unlikely that his request will be considered by Blanc, who continues to use Cavani as the central striker only because of the temporary absence of Ibrahimovic. The former Inter Milan forward is suspended for the next couple of matches following his comments about French football. Once he returns to action, it is expected that he will take the place of Cavani with the Uruguayan moving into a wider role. Ibrahimovic has not disappointed and the 33-year-old has scored 29 goals in 30 matches of all competitions.

“I have not really been able to play as a central striker with PSG. When I arrived at PSG, I had to change position and play on the wing. People don’t understand how that can affect my performance. I could be clinical and score more goals if I was positioned as a true centre-forward and not a winger. I prefer playing centre-forward. But I don’t know what will happen next season,” said Cavani. “Now, no, we are waiting for PSG’s season to finish, then we’ll be ready to meet and speak with Juve,” said the player’s father about the interest from Juventus.