Chelsea is busy planning their January transfer moves, with the aim of strengthening their squad for the second half of the season. Frank Lampard’s side is able to sign players after their transfer ban was shortened on appeal, and the Blues are thought to be keen on attacking reinforcements. Football fans around the world can buy online Premier League Tickets to enjoy its stunning performances.

One name that has been linked is Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani, with the Uruguayan international well down the pecking order following the arrival of Mauro Icadi in the summer.

Manchester United have also been touted as a potential destination for the forward after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men missed out on the signing of Erling Haaland.

Here’s everything we know about the future of Cavani, and how the story has developed.

Chelsea join United in the race for Cavani

Chelsea and Manchester United have both reportedly made contact with Edinson Cavani about a free transfer at the end of the season.

The striker – who turns 33 in February – is coming to the end of his Paris Saint-Germain deal, and has apparently agreed on terms on a potential move to Atletico Madrid.

However, L’Equipe report that Cavani is yet to sign the deal, and United have made initial contact with the striker’s representatives, while Chelsea is said to have made an opening formal inquiry.

Cavani is said to have a meeting with PSG sporting director Leonardo coming up, and could even leave the club this month depending on PSG’s flexibility and the offers they receive.

Emery on Cavani

One man that knows Cavani well, having worked together at PSG, is former Arsenal head coach Unai Emery, who was sacked by the Gunners in November.

And the Spaniard has said that Cavani would make a great signing for any club in Europe.

Talking to Spanish radio station El Larguero as translated by Marca, the former Arsenal boss said: “He is a competitive animal, a winner and someone that trains in the highest demand.

“From the outside, I do not see it so difficult that he can come in this winter market. He is very passionate and would be a magnificent signing.”

Tottenham told to make a move

Former Tottenham striker Darren Bent has called on Jose Mourinho to make a move for the striker in January in order to cover losing Harry Kane to injury.

The England striker will be out of action until at least April, meaning that Spurs are short on striking options.

“So Spurs now need to sign a center-forward in this transfer window,” Bent told talkSPORT.

“Not one to play back-up to Harry Kane when he comes back, they need one to come in NOW who is ready to go.

“We’ve spoken about Cavani – there’s your guy! Go and get him! He’s getting on in age but can still do a job.”

Dembele ‘agrees’ personal terms

Edinson Cavani may be one of Chelsea’s reported targets, but another comes in the shape of Lyon striker Moussa Dembele.

And according to The Transfer Window podcast several weeks ago, Dembele has agreed on personal terms with Chelsea over a January move.

However, Lyon looks unlikely to sanction a sale given president Jean-Michel Aulas’ comments, which could see the Blues make a concerted effort to sign Cavani either this month or in the summer.

PSG ready to sell for £25m – Atletico interested

According to Spanish newspaper Marca, Atletico Madrid has had an £8.5 million bid rejected for Cavani, with PSG asking for at least €30 million to part ways.

The report claims that agent Gil Marin has traveled to Paris in order to thrash out a deal.

Atletico to target Lacazette if Cavani deal cannot be struck

According to Marca, Atletico Madrid will offer Thomas Lemar in exchange for Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette.

Atletico is still interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain forward Edinson Cavani, but if a deal for the Uruguayan international cannot be struck, the report claims the La Liga side would consider a swap deal for Lacazette.

Diego Simeone’s side was previously linked with the Arsenal striker before he moved to the Emirates from Lyon in 2017.

Man United ‘offered’ Cavani on a free

According to the MEN, Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Cavani on a free transfer in the summer.

The report claims PSG will not let Cavani leave this month, but the Uruguay striker could depart in the summer, with no prospect of signing a new deal at the Parc des Princes.

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