Uruguay striker Edinson Cavani has made a significant move to Argentine club, Boca Juniors, following the termination of his contract with La Liga side Valencia. The 36-year-old forward's stay at the Mestalla lasted just one season, during which he managed to score seven goals in 28 appearances. Surprisingly, Cavani reportedly paid £1.3 million from his own pocket to secure an early termination of his two-year contract with Valencia. Now, the seasoned player has signed an 18-month contract with Boca Juniors, who are currently seeking additional time from the Argentine FA to officially register him for the Copa Libertadores round of 16.
Boca Juniors expressed their excitement over Cavani's arrival, welcoming him "home" on social media, with a heartwarming video celebrating his joining. The Argentine club is hopeful that Cavani's inclusion will bolster their chances in the Copa Libertadores, a tournament they haven't won since 2007. If they succeed, they will be tied with Independiente as the top winners with seven titles each.
Cavani's illustrious career began at Uruguay's Danubio before he moved to Europe in 2007, joining Palermo. After four successful seasons, he made a switch to Napoli, where he left an indelible mark, scoring an impressive 104 goals in 138 games and helping the club clinch the Coppa Italia. In 2013, the striker signed for Paris Saint-Germain, where he spent seven remarkable years, becoming the club's all-time top scorer, a record he held until Kylian Mbappe outperformed him last season, scoring a staggering 212 goals across all competitions.
During his time at Paris Saint-Germain, Cavani amassed a stunning collection of titles, including six Ligue 1 titles, five French Cups, and six League Cups, along with a runners-up medal in the Champions League. In 2020, he made a move to Manchester United before eventually transferring to Valencia on a free transfer two years later. The Spanish club reached an agreement with Cavani on the mutual termination of his contract, which was initially set to expire next year.
Internationally, Cavani has been a pivotal player for Uruguay, making 136 appearances and netting 58 goals for his country, making him their second-top scorer, behind Luis Suarez. He played a significant role in Uruguay's triumph at the 2011 Copa America, showcasing his talent on the international stage.
Now, as Cavani embarks on a new chapter with Boca Juniors, the football world eagerly awaits to witness his continued brilliance on the field as he joins forces with the Argentine powerhouse. His experience, skill, and goal-scoring prowess will undoubtedly be an asset for Boca Juniors as they aim for glory in domestic and international competitions.
¡Felices de tenerte en casa, @ECavaniOfficial! 💙💛💙 pic.twitter.com/zMy5Y2WAKY
— Boca Juniors (@BocaJrsOficial) July 29, 2023
One of his main objectives will be the Copa Libertadores, a tournament that Boca have not won since 2007 and, if they win it again, they will be the joint top winners of the tournament with Independiente with seven titles each.
Cavani, who began his career with Uruguay’s Danubio, moved to Europe in 2007 when he joined Palermo. After four seasons he switched to Napoli, where he scored 104 goals in 138 games and won the Coppa Italia.
In 2013, he signed for Paris Saint-Germain, where he played for seven years, becoming the club’s all-time top scorer – a record he held until last season when French forward Kylian Mbappe surpassed him by scoring 212 goals in all competitions.
