Man United transfer news: Van Persie predicted Cavani transfer to Man United in February

Amid mounting criticism on Manchester United due to lack of signings, particularly, after defeat against Tottenham, club is likely to end up signing Edinson Cavani on final day of summer transfer window. Uruguayan international has emerged a surprise target for Red Devils in recent days. However, former Man United star Robin van Persie seemingly predicted his arrival at Old Trafford back in February. 

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Did Robin van Persie predict Cavani's arrival at Man United? 

According to a report by Sky Sports, Man United could anunce signing of Cavani on Monday, along with arrival of Porto defender Alex Telles. striker, who left Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) as club's leading goalscorer, was earlier linked with a move to Real Madrid. Los Blancos, though, refused to rope in any player this summer, ruling out Cavani transfer. 

During a Twitter interaction with his fans back in February, former Dutch superstar Robin van Persie was quizzed on his preferred arrival for Man United this summer. Van Persie, who spent three seasons with Red Devils, unhesitatingly claimed that club should sign Cavani. former Arsenal and Man United star described Cavani as an excellent player, furr stressing on fact that he is available on a free transfer. former PSG striker's contract ended in June. 

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Cavani ws and contract details 

According to Guardian, Cavani will join Man United on a season-long deal. contract allows Old Trafford outfit to extend his stay by a season. 200-goal record holder for PSG has seen a potential deal fail with likes of Benfica and Atletico Madrid and seemingly doesn't mind a short-term stint with Man United. club's Champions League participation has also played an important role in his decision to switch to Old Trafford, with Man United drawn with PSG in same group. He is set to earn £173,000 a week.

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arrival of Cavani at Old Trafford will bring in some much-need experience that has been lacking in frontline. His signing could well be accounted as an act of consolation after Man United's sub-par performance against Spurs on Sunday. Conceding six goals in a game for only third time in ir Premier League history has once again brought spotlight down on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, something that is sure to die down with arrival of new faces. 

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Im courtesy: Edinson Cavani, Robin van Persie Instagram