Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Juventus has left Real Madrid constantly being linked with several top players including the likes of Neymar, Eden Hazard, Harry Kane and Robert Lewandowski. Paris Saint-Germain’s striker, Edinson Cavani, is the latest to be be linked with a move to the Los Blancos.
However, according to recent reports from The Daily Express, Madrid have been dealt a massive blow by PSG manager, Thomas Tuchel, who claims that Cavani will be going nowhere and will remain a PSG player next season.
Cristiano Ronaldo left for Juventus 3 weeks ago, leaving behind a colossal void in Madrid’s attack. The Portuguese talisman netted 40+ goals in 8 out of 9 seasons at Madrid and was undoubtedly their best player.
On the other hand, Edinson Cavani is no novice either and has scored 89 goals from 97 games across all competitions in the last 2 seasons, making him one of the best possible replacements for Ronaldo.
Madrid’s failure to sign Hazard and Neymar seems to have forced them to look towards Cavani. However, Thomas Tuchel was reportedly quick to downplay the rumours as he insisted that the Uruguayan will not be leaving the club this summer.
“This is my feeling and my biggest wish and I have not heard such a thing [that Cavani wants to leave],” the PSG boss told reporters.
“I talked to Edi some days ago and he didn’t mention anything.
“He said he is looking forward to coming back and looking forward to achieving all his goals with us and our team. He is a key player for us and there’s no thought in giving Edi away.”
Cavani is currently on vacation after Uruguay’s inspired run at the 2018 FIFA World Cup and hasn’t publicly said anything about these rumours.
