Barcelona must make Cavani decision as Corinthians make move
The striker would prefer to stay in Europe but Ferran Torres' arrival could close Barça door
Barcelona have been working on the signing of Edinson Cavani but must decide if they are prepared to sign him on an 18-month deal or drop out of the race after the signing of Ferran Torres.
Cavani has given the green light to Barça, although it now seems he has received a big financial offer from the Brazilian side Corinthians. They want him to lead their Copa Libertadores charge and will keep his Manchester United salary intact.
The Uruguayan striker would prefer to continue in Europe but is waiting on Barça before deciding his next move.
Barça sounded Cavani out on a 1.5-year deal at the same time they were negotiating with Ferran. With a deal for the Manchester City forward closed, plus the imminent returns of Martin Braithwaite and Ansu Fati, the club are debating whether to sign Cavani as well or move for a defender.
What seems clear is that United are going to be willing to let Cavani go and may be willing to rescind his contract, something which would be essential if Barça wanted to sign him.
That could happen next Tuesday. From there, Barça would have to communicate to the player if they want to sign him or will pull out of the deal. He wants to stay in Europe and Juventus have also sounded him out.
