For most players, it would be a dream come true to play for Manchester United. After all, they have been one of the biggest clubs in the world for decades now. But for Edinson Cavani, it looks like he might still have one more thing to tick off the bucket list before he hangs up his legendary boots.
The Uruguayan has played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe in the form of Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain and Napoli over the years, and has been one of the most consistent goalscorers in the continent for over a decade now. But it looks like he would like to finish his career in South America with Argentine giants Boca Juniors.
The rumours have been doing the rounds for months that Cavani could eventually end up at Boca Juniors after his time at Old Trafford is up. Many have even claimed the move could take place at the end of this season.
And as reported by Ole (via Sport Witness), the Uruguayan is interested, according to Ariel Krasouski, who is another Uruguayan who enjoyed a brilliant career at Boca Juniors:
"“I heard statements from Cavani saying that he wanted to play for Boca. He’d like to because he admires the institution, the club, the people. I have no doubts that in a few games he would be an idol at Boca Juniors. I have no doubts.“I can’t know if it will be now or later, but he has the wish.“He works for the team. Maybe one day he doesn’t score a goal but he works a lot for the team. That’s why when he arrives at a place he identifies with the fans, because the fans like that in addition to playing well, he puts everything in for the team, that nothing is saved.“Well, he’s Uruguayan… he has the fighting spirit and sacrifice of the Uruguayan player. That’s why everywhere he won the affection of the people.”"
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Cavani is unlikely to leave Manchester United before 2022 though
While Cavani might eventually end up at the Argentine side, it is unlikely that it will happen at the end of this season. It is possible that it could happen in 2022 or 2023, which does seem a lot more realistic.
The Uruguayan striker has been great ever since moving to Old Trafford. Even at 34 years of age, he might be on top of the pecking order now, with Anthony Martial failing to find the back of the net on a consistent basis this season.
As a result, it is likely that the Red Devils would be keen to hold on to him for quite some more time before allowing him to leave. And Cavani might also want to play at the top level as long as possible before eventually ending his career in South America, if that is what he wishes to do.