No enquiry about Cavani from Barcelona, sources confirm

Rumours about Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani signing for Barcelona in the January transfer window have been spreading like wildfire.

The 34-year-old, whose contract with the Premier League giants ends in the summer, has found game-time hard to come by this season at Old Trafford, due to the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo and his own fitness issues. His situation in Manchester United, coupled with Barça’s need for a new centre-forward have led to links ahead of the winter window.

It was believed that the Blaugrana had already held talks with the Red Devils over a potential move for the striker. In fact, reports have even claimed that an agreement is already in place between the player and the Catalan club over a transfer.

Several sources had also reported the terms of the contract agreement between the two parties. claiming that Barça had offered him an eighteen-month deal till 2023.

It was claimed that Cavani would be paid €3.5 million with €1 million in variables for the rest of the ongoing season. The pay would stand to increase to €4 million net and an additional €1.5 million in bonuses for the 2022/23 season.

However, in a fresh twist, James Ducker of The Telegraph is reporting that there has been no contact between Barcelona and Manchester United. Ducker, who happens to be extremely reliable when it comes to all things Manchester United, has stated that the Catalans not making any enquiry for the Uruguayan international as of yet.

Just ten days are left for the January transfer window to open. More clarity on the matter could emerge in the coming weeks. But as things stand, it seems like there have been no approaches made from the Blaugrana for the signing of Cavani in the winter transfer window, as per the English journalist.