Leeds United linked with Edinson Cavani here's why he could join and where he'd fit into Marcelo Bielsa's team

Having secured promotion as champions to the Premier League, Leeds United have been linked with a raft of new signings.
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Who is Edinson Cavani? Everything you need to know about the Leeds United-linked superstar

One of which is world superstar Edinson Cavani – the latest in a long list of high profile signings to be linked with a move to join Marcelo Bielsa at Elland Road.

Here, we take a look at everything you need to know about the 33-year-old Uruguay international striker.

What are the papers saying about a potential deal and how likely is it?

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Several national outlets have stated that Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani has spoken of the potential swoops for Cavani and – rather incredibly – Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

While the Zlatan deal has been touted as ‘unlikely’, a deal for Cavani looks like it could have more legs.

The attacker’s Paris Saint-Germain deal runs out soon and the Uruguayan is seen as a more realistic option in Radrizzani's eyes.

What has Radrizzani said about a deal for Cavani?

The Leeds chief explained: "In addition to his quality, Cavani could contribute with his physicality and adapt here, but I've never talked about him with the coach.

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"Having said that, we've certainly thought about him and we'll see, given he's still available on a free transfer."

What type of player is Cavani?

Cavani is truly one of the great modern strikers and is accepted as one of the best of his generation.

At 6 ft, the former Palmero and Napoli man is strong, quick and athletic with lots of pace. In a stunning career, Cavani has netted 353 times in club football – including 200 strikes for current club PSG.

Could he fit in with Bielsa’s style of play?

Cavani is certainly someone who could fit into Marcelo Bielsa’s intense, high-quality style of play and would bring tremendous experience to a young Leeds United squad, many of whom haven’t played at the highest level before.

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Goals are priceless in the Premier League and Cavani, with such an outstanding track record, could go a long way towards Leeds reaching their ambition next season.

Has Cavani won many trophies?

Cavani has won a Copa America, Copa Italia, six Ligue 1 championships, four Coupe De Frances, five Coupe de La Ligues, and the Tropheee des Champions four times.