Edinson Cavani would turn down a move to the Barclays Premier League this summer in favour of joining Real Madrid, the Napoli striker’s father has revealed.
The 26-year-old is one of a number of attacking options Madrid are weighing up in the wake of Gonzalo Higuain’s departure, while Chelsea and Manchester City are also believed to be keen to secure his services.
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