Edinson Cavani

[RamiCFC9 258]

Wasn't there an agreement between CFC and Napoli for Cavani in january, I remember there was something like that at the end days of the summer.

[Reddish-Blue 2,489]

Atletico payed above 40m for Falcao. I don't think you understand Atletico situation, you have them confused with Porto or something. They are not running Porto "buy low sell high" transfer policy. They used the Aguero money to buy an equal striker to be more competitive, he has every bit replaced him and has been sensational for them. They didn't pay 45m intending to sell him at higher value, because who pays that much thinking about profiting off a future transfer? Persoanlly think the best they can do is do a little better then break even.

They simply brought Falcao to win, and they are doing quite well and built their team around him. You are also undervaluing CL football, CL will bring the club additional revenue and also makes them more attractive in attempting to sign better players. So A.Madrid has a lot to lose if their best player is gone.

I beleive Falcao will force Alti hand eventually, maybe in the summer who knows.

This is so true. This season is Atletico's best chance of qualifying for the UCL since 08/09...losing Falcao in January would end their chances of finishing 3rd or 4th in La Liga.

[BlueLyon 9,359]

Wasn't there an agreement between CFC and Napoli for Cavani in january, I remember there was something like that at the end days of the summer.

I thought it was between Atletico and Cfc for Falcao?

[jmarlow 458]

forget this guy he isn't that good! Lewandowski and Falcao are the ones to get! Cavani is overrated!

[TorontoChelsea 4,064]

forget this guy he isn't that good! Lewandowski and Falcao are the ones to get! Cavani is overrated!

I'd say the exact opposite. Cavani is a well-rounded player who would, I think, succeed in any system. Falcao is a system #9. He's a fantastic finisher, but that's all he does. He doesn't contribute defensively, he doesn't pass well, he doesn't dribble past players. He has a nose for the net and he gets service and he finishes well with his head and his feet. Cavani can pass the ball long, he is very good defensively, he's great at holding the ball up, he can beat his man 1 on 1, and he has a very flexible game. And it's not like he's not a fantastic finisher either. He'd be a much better fit for Chelsea than Falcao.

[BlueLyon 9,359]

I'd say the exact opposite. Cavani is a well-rounded player who would, I think, succeed in any system. Falcao is a system #9. He's a fantastic finisher, but that's all he does. He doesn't contribute defensively, he doesn't pass well, he doesn't dribble past players. He has a nose for the net and he gets service and he finishes well with his head and his feet. Cavani can pass the ball long, he is very good defensively, he's great at holding the ball up, he can beat his man 1 on 1, and he has a very flexible game. And it's not like he's not a fantastic finisher either. He'd be a much better fit for Chelsea than Falcao.

Completely agree. Falcao is deadly once he gets in penalty area, while Cavani also has very good passing abilities (in Napoli, Hamšik, Cavani and Lavezzi were passing the ball alot), his vision is also very good for a striker. Defo, he is more similar to RVP in his style rather to Falcao. We all know Cech likes to pass long balls and Cavani would catch them much easier than Falcao. Just because Falcao wins many headers from crosses and scores goals, jumping in middle of field and keeping possesion is something he cant do. Cavani is also year younger and wouldnt be unders such pressure like Falcao. And IF Falcao came here, he would want to be star man, while Hazard, Mata will also play big role and might not like to be behind Falcao. But then again, we have plenty of creativity, and once ball goes to Falcao, his movement/dribbling to out-mark his opponent defenders is incredible. In the end, striker shall score goals and as long he does, there would be no complaint.

Both are classy strikers, each has advantages and weaknesses, but until one will come and play, all our talk is plain guessing who would fit better. I would be happy with anyone of the two, as long he would score goals.

[jmarlow 458]

Cavani can pass the ball long

who cares?

he is very good defensively

not really

he's great at holding the ball up, he can beat his man 1 on 1

just like Falcao.

[jmarlow 458]

For me i would like to see us sign any of these guys to replace Torres.

1. Neymar (even though its highly unlikely)

2. Lewandowski

3. Falcao

4. Higuain

5. Benzema

then after that you have the 2nd tier strikers like Cavani, Dzeko, Gomez, Hunterlaar ect

[TheCount 146]

For me i would like to see us sign any of these guys to replace Torres.

1. Neymar (even though its highly unlikely)

2. Lewandowski

3. Falcao

4. Higuain

5. Benzema

then after that you have the 2nd tier strikers like Cavani, Dzeko, Gomez, Hunterlaar ect

2nd tier strikers? you rate neymar and Lewandowski as better strikers then cavani and gomez? jesus christ.

[Dj Borgs 262]

My personal impression is that if we will not win the championship, Cavani will left Naples...and Chelsea is one of Cavani favourite team. I can assure you! We hear about some rumors in summer, but that was only surveys.

[jmarlow 458]

2nd tier strikers? you rate neymar and Lewandowski as better strikers then cavani and gomez? jesus christ.

what do you think?

Lewandowski and Neymar would be a million times better than Gomez and Cavani leading our line! its hilarious for anyone to even think otherwise! Gomez isnt even Bayerns 1st choice striker!

[Funkyflashman 187]

Cavani is about as tier 1 as you can get...

[Amblève. 4,995]

what do you think?

Lewandowski and Neymar would be a million times better than Gomez and Cavani leading our line! its hilarious for anyone to even think otherwise! Gomez isnt even Bayerns 1st choice striker!

Are you actually taking the piss?!

[Dj Borgs 262]

Yesterday was not his best game, but he's a beast! he grows from match to match!

[Rmpr 8,977]

Atletico payed above 40m for Falcao. I don't think you understand Atletico situation, you have them confused with Porto or something. They are not running Porto "buy low sell high" transfer policy. They used the Aguero money to buy an equal striker to be more competitive, he has every bit replaced him and has been sensational for them. They didn't pay 45m intending to sell him at higher value, because who pays that much thinking about profiting off a future transfer? Persoanlly think the best they can do is do a little better then break even.

They simply brought Falcao to win, and they are doing quite well and built their team around him. You are also undervaluing CL football, CL will bring the club additional revenue and also makes them more attractive in attempting to sign better players. So A.Madrid has a lot to lose if their best player is gone.

I beleive Falcao will force Alti hand eventually, maybe in the summer who knows.

I agree, few points though...

1. Atletico bought Falcao for 40mi EUROS, the buyout clause is 47mi POUNDS. That is the price we would have eventually to pay.

2. Buy-out clause, Atletico cant do anything. Onyl if Falcao promisses to stay.

3. UEFA is pressuring Atletico saying it will block any tournament prizes it receives if they dont sort their finances.

4. Radamel would make lot more money and would play on KO of UCL.

4. Falcao has the final decision. Probably the only option to AM is to convince him to stay.

5. As you can see, Atletico is in a delicade situation, they dont have much bargain since his contrat is low and would have to rely on his word.

EDIT: I dont know why I posted in Cavani threat, can someone move it to Falcao?