In an interview with Futboleros, Edinson Cavani's father has stated that his son wants a move to nine time European Cup winners, Real Madrid, "Cavani's intentions is to play for Real Madrid".

Although Chelsea and Man City were believed to be the frontrunners in the race to sign the 26 year old Uruguayan, according to Luis Cavani, he only has an interest in signing for Los Blancos, "He has told the family in private that he wants to join [Real] Madrid, but if he declares it publicly it will annoy Napoli. There has been with Real Madrid's lawyers, and now we are waiting for the clubs to meet".

Luis Cavani has also stated however, that the £54 million (65 million euros) asking price may cause problems as Napoli are unwilling to "negotiate for any less".

The Napoli forward was the top scorer in the Serie A last season, with 29 goals in 34 games.
 

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Jack  Gallagher
Member of the VAVEL writing team since June 2012, and became editor-in-chief of the UK edition in June 2013. English and History at QUB.