Chelsea and Everton Monitoring Edinson Cavani' Situation after Neymar Bust-up

During PSG's 2-0 win over Lyon on Sunday (17 September), the duo were at centre of two controversial episodes. Initially, Dani Alves stripped Cavani of the ball as the latter was preparing to take a free-kick and handed it to Neymar instead. Shortly afterward, Cavani tried to prevent Neymar take a penalty, refusing to budge despite the former Barcelona's man protestations, only to miss from 12 yards himself.

According to the Daily Mail, both Chelsea and Everton are monitoring developments and could be among the suitors, should the 30-year-old become available. Antonio Conte has made no secret of his desire to bolster his attacking options as the saga surrounding Diego Costa finally appears to be reaching a conclusion.

The Blues made Alvaro Morata their record signing this summer, but while the Spaniard has hit the ground running, some feel Chelsea still lack a plan B to unlock particularly stubborn defences.

Everton, meanwhile, have failed to replacedRomelu Lukaku after the striker moved to Manchester United in a deal worth up to £90m. Ronald Koeman has splashed approximately £140m on players but the Toffees have looked extremely ponderous so far this season and lack a cutting edge up-front.

Any move for Cavani, however, is unlikely to be straightforward for a variety of reasons. The 30-year-old reportedly earns £120,000 after tax and while the wages might not be a problem for Chelsea, they could prove to be more of a stumbling block for Everton, particularly as he will turn 31 in February next year.

Furthermore, Chelsea are unlikely to guarantee him a starting spot week in, week out, while it remains difficult to see Everton breaking into the Champions League this season, a competition in which Cavani would want to play.

Source - IBTimes

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