Manchester United forward Edinson Cavani is set to miss the start of the Premier League this weekend after being granted extended leave, according to reports.
The 34-year-old signed a one-year contract extension at the back end of last season following an impressive debut campaign at Old Trafford, where he scored 17 goals in all competitions.
Yet as part of that new deal, an extended break this summer following his involvement for Uruguay at the Copa America was discussed and has been granted, according to The Athletic, with the striker yet to return to England.
The report details that United believe 'a happy man is a happy player' with Cavani using the time off to see his family in his native Uruguay - something he has been unable to do since the Covid-19 pandemic began.
He was in the Uruguay squad which reached the quarter-finals of the Copa America in Brazil, succumbing to a penalty shoot-out defeat against Colombia on July 3.
United kick off their Premier League campaign at home to Leeds this Saturday, but Cavani is near-certain to miss that season-opener.
With Uruguay on the government's red list, the 34-year-old is also likely to have to quarantine upon his return to the country, putting his involvement in United's second game away at Southampton in doubt too.
As a result of Cavani's absence, United are reportedly set to unleash new signing Jadon Sancho from the start against Leeds.
According to the Sun, Sancho is tipped to start for United despite only starting to train with the club at Carrington earlier this week.
The 21-year-old signed from Borussia Dortmund in July in a £73million deal on a five-year contract, a year after United pulled out of a move when the German side demanded £110m for him.
England star Sancho impressed at this summer's European Championship competition but saw his spot-kick saved by Gianluigi Donnarumma in the final as Gareth Southgate's side lost against Italy on penalties.
After the tournament, Sancho and his international team-mates were given an extended break - during which he visited the Turks and Caicos Islands with Red Devils team-mate Marcus Rashford - but returned to training on Monday.
In recent days Cavani has uploaded multiple videos to social media of himself working out at what appears to be a home gym, as he prepares for his second campaign in England.
Chima92
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you've just said my mind , ole pampers this boy too much , imagine Grealish Manchester city signed have already made his debut and Sancho just resume training few days ago.
I am a United supporter but this club will not be winning any titles anytime soon if we are being honest with ourselves, the level of unseriousness in the club is too much, i just miss the aggressive and serious days of Sir Alex Ferguson which made me become a United fan in the first place. Its a shame!
vostoko
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ole is the problem of his own fate why pampering these players
kiuaiorstz
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The way Man Utd pamper their players is so annoying and pathetic! These guys earn very massive wages and care less about working hard for the club to win titles and the weak and confused management including that baby face weakling they call a coach cannot say or do anything to get these players doing the job they are being paid heavily for, the Copa America and Euros has been concluded weeks ago, isn't it enough time for the players to rest off on a holiday?? This is why Players like Messi and Ronaldo will always dominate football because the rest players show less enthusiasm
you've just said my mind , ole pampers this boy too much , imagine Grealish Manchester city signed have already made his debut and Sancho just resume training few days ago.
lescdiosz
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Heirofworld
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Why not change club since you have no believe.😉
such believe is hopeless, base ur belief on truth not on assumption.
danioprsu
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Wats so special about this guy. Others are already back including those who played in the Copa Final. We want him back as soon as possible. He shud miss games coz of injury not this.
Kkrexuke
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United should grow past this things, this being in his contract is such a lame excuse. What if Uruguay went all the way to final. dont back such an excuse. ole and United aren't serious. Pedri who played euro nd Olympic is still playing with Barcelona, why he's got no family
Why not change club since you have no believe.😉
Chima92
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how is this even a hot comment[Crylaugh]
How can a daft person like u know what the "hot" logo stands for?? Its for users who comment frequently on the app you Dummy!
Buschester-United
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What the hell is this
Heirofworld
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Before shooting at man utd management, just check this out. Thats wht contract negotiations means. Same thing with Messi's contract, clause country over club. You agree I sign , you dun, I won't sign.
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United should grow past this things, this being in his contract is such a lame excuse. What if Uruguay went all the way to final. dont back such an excuse. ole and United aren't serious. Pedri who played euro nd Olympic is still playing with Barcelona, why he's got no family
Heirofworld
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read the artical please that was in his contract
United should grow past this things, this being in his contract is such a lame excuse. What if Uruguay went all the way to final. dont back such an excuse ole and United aren't serious. Pedri who played euro nd Olympic is still playing with Barcelona, why he's got no family
fabckmnoz
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Make him even happier then, extend his leave till next season.. 🤣
pakaptuz
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OguguaBryan
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I don't care he plays or not all I care is the first to give us the first goal of that season I mean to say who will score the opner for United
Itsme18
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The way Man Utd pamper their players is so annoying and pathetic! These guys earn very massive wages and care less about working hard for the club to win titles and the weak and confused management including that baby face weakling they call a coach cannot say or do anything to get these players doing the job they are being paid heavily for, the Copa America and Euros has been concluded weeks ago, isn't it enough time for the players to rest off on a holiday?? This is why Players like Messi and Ronaldo will always dominate football because the rest players show less enthusiasm
how is this even a hot comment[Crylaugh]
Chima92
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The way Man Utd pamper their players is so annoying and pathetic! These guys earn very massive wages and care less about working hard for the club to win titles and the weak and confused management including that baby face weakling they call a coach cannot say or do anything to get these players doing the job they are being paid heavily for, the Copa America and Euros has been concluded weeks ago, isn't it enough time for the players to rest off on a holiday?? This is why Players like Messi and Ronaldo will always dominate football because the rest players show less enthusiasm
Chima92
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Some players who played in both euro and copa America finals are ready for the new season while other players whose teams where knocked out in early stages of both competitions are being granted extended leaves😳. Stuff like this only happens at a club called Manchester United, you won't find this at any club that is ready to challenge for anything.
The club has become so pathetic and unserious about anything!
Bhargav09
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No varane , no rashford , no cavani against leeds
Peudilnouz
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now it will be difficult for him to force himself to the starting IX because they lads that will start will be very determined...
Kkrexuke
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Before shooting at man utd management, just check this out. Thats wht contract negotiations means. Same thing with Messi's contract, clause country over club. You agree I sign , you dun, I won't sign.
mbudzeni
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Always knew he preferred martial to be our number 9
ELIKEMSAM
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very true. man utd players are on another level and coaching staffs are too good to the players that many underperformed at utd.
That's why they don't always start the season strongly and end up struggling to make catch up with the league leaders when it's too late.
AKKayina
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Even Messi who won the tournament and just signed for the chief farmers in Paris is ready to play in the next game.
very true. man utd players are on another level and coaching staffs are too good to the players that many underperformed at utd.
mahbcknrtu
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Some players who played in both euro and copa America finals are ready for the new season while other players whose teams where knocked out in early stages of both competitions are being granted extended leaves😳. Stuff like this only happens at a club called Manchester United, you won't find this at any club that is ready to challenge for anything.
Chilliams
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also to give martial game time
ELIKEMSAM
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Even Messi who won the tournament and just signed for the chief farmers in Paris is ready to play in the next game.
Rosbcekmtu
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cavani
Gwinghltd
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Point of correction.He is Mr Cavani and not just Cavani . Look at him well.
Chidon_Sports
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read the artical please that was in his contract
I read it but not so comfortable about the documented stamp on Cavani contract details. Martial is not consistent to play top 9 for us 😏
yocabcdkuy
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Why would our goal scoring striker miss the start of the season while he knows we are gunning to win Premier league since 2013? Ole should do something about this. I don't like this idea😑
read the artical please that was in his contract
Chidon_Sports
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I'm beginning to notice that we have a very weak management from the grassroot to highest level. Which club have ever done something like this before? Very pathetic 😑
epjo
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MARTIAL plz prove your CLASS boy SOSHA believe in you that why he let LUKAKU leave because of you
Chidon_Sports
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Why would our goal scoring striker miss the start of the season while he knows we are gunning to win Premier league since 2013? Ole should do something about this. I don't like this idea😑
Deaacdsu
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Cavani contract will end this current season and no replacement yet.man United will be looking for a striker wen they are not available.united doesn't have plan.
Zeabmnpruz
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ole can't control own player, can't order to reach on time, this may led to spoil of title race.... from beginning.....
Covid-21
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no worries champ. take rest and bring your best when you return
Suealnoty
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there is no article on messi in last on hour wtf are you doing? @af
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Suealnoty
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there is no article on messi in last on hour wtf are you doing? @af
sedbilty
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Manchester United board, you are not serious signing striker cavani old age and too much injuries
Duodemruz
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Just Tell The Truth Man United... Cavani went AWOL