Solskjaer says Cavani could stay at Man Utd despite dad’s transfer bombshell and jokes summer heat will change his mind
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER has revealed Edinson Cavani could STAY at Manchester United – and hopes the summer sun will convince him to stay at Old Trafford.
Earlier this week, the Uruguayan striker’s dad, Luis, claimed his son is unhappy in England and is almost certain to head home to South America.
But Solskjaer has revealed he’s thrilled with Cavani‘s contributions – while claimed the player himself is ‘proud’ to be at Man Utd.
Solskjaer said: “I cannot comment on what has been said, I can only say that we’re very pleased with Edinson.
“He’s really helping the young kids, as we wanted him to.
“We knew he wasn’t going to be able to play every single game. He helps the rest of the group with his mentality.
“He will make his decision and he knows that we are very fond of what he’s given to the club, even though he’s probably played less games than he wanted.
“Edinson’s fully focused on being available for us and working really hard to get fit.
“He’s very proud to play for Man Utd. He’s always going to give his best.
“If it’s beyond this season as well… a decision hasn’t been made.”
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Solskjaer then joked: “As we’ve said, he’s made a great contribution so far. We’ll convince him when the weather in Manchester improves!”
On Tuesday, Luis told TyC Sports: “My son does not feel comfortable in England and wants to be close to the family again.
“Edinson is going to end up playing in South America.
“I want Edinson to play in a team that fights for something important.
“Edinson had many conversations with [Boca vice-president Juan Roman] Riquelme and he would like to play for Boca.
“He was always seduced by the idea of playing in Boca. If he returns to South America he is leaning towards Boca.”
Luis even went as fair as confirming Cavani would quit United this summer.
He continued: “By the middle of the year he will return to South America.
“My son’s idea is not to continue there, he wants to return.”
Earlier this week, SunSport revealed Cavani is demanding answers from United regarding his future having only joined on a free from Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
Cavani has scored six goals, adding two assists, in 18 Premier League games this season after carving out a role as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s No1 central striker.