Chelsea, EPL rival ponder a move for Cavani after Neymar row

Premier League holders Chelsea are reportedly among the clubs considering a surprise January transfer window move for unsettled Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani after a bust-up with Neymar.

The South America pair argued over a second-half penalty, which the Cavani eventually missed the spot kick during a 2-0 win over Lyon in Ligue 1 encounter on Sunday night.



Reports emerged yesterday that Neymar wants Cavani sold after the dispute, which saw them come to blows on more than one occasion over who should be on set-piece duty.

According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea, Everton Borussia Dortmund Juventus, Inter Milan as well as former side Napoli, are on high alert due to Cavani's frustrations, but it may be difficult for any of those clubs to get a deal over the line.

There are various complications over Cavani’s exit from Parc de Princess, however, with the 30-year-old who is earning a £120,000-a-week salary is he looking to maintain that and play in the Champions League and continue to be the first choice up front.

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte who wants to sign another striker before the transfer window closes after being linked strongly with Fernando Llorente towards the end of the summer, but he eventually moves to London rival Tottenham on deadline day.