Cavani, the perfect substitute for Cristiano Ronaldo

After being linked with the likes of Eden Hazard, Kylian Mbappe, Robert Lewandowski and Neymar, Cavani now appears to have forced his way to the top of Real Madrid's wishlist this summer.

Ronaldo's departure to Juventus has left 'Los Blancos' bereft of a goalgetter, but according to reports they could be set to swoop for Cavani to rectify that problem.

Catalan publication 'Sport' revealed Madrid's interest in the PSG star, who could be keen on a move during what remains of the transfer window due to his ongoing rocky relationship with Neymar.

There is a strong case that Cavani would not be much of a downgrade on Ronaldo, having scored 40 goals in 48 games last season and 49 in 50 appearances the year before.

Despite his relatively advanced age, Cavani appears to be at his peak, something which he regularly demonstrates to helpless opposition defences.

Just hours after the first rumours emerged, 'AS' quickly reported that the Real Madrid hierarchy are indeed very keen on Cavani, who they see as the perfect man to replace their departed No.7.

For his part, it is understood that Cavani would be very keen on a move to the Spanish capital and on the face of it, he tciks a lot of boxes for Madrid. Cavani is clinical, ruthless, technically gifted, aggressive, good in the air and a general nuisance, thus providing a suitable alternative to Karim Benzema.

Since his arrival in the French capital five years ago Cavani's stock has risen and risen, so much so that he now scores almost twice as many goals per season that during his maiden campaign (25).

In terms of out-and-out strikers, there are few better out there for Real Madrid and whilst the Spanish giants can still call upon the services of Benzema and Gareth Bale, many fans believe a world-class star is needed to rejuvenate them at the sharp end of the pitch