International bombshell! Cavani ends deal in Argentina, on Vasco's radar | OneFootball

Bombshell news coming directly from the Argentine market has shaken the backstage of Rio football in recent hours. According to information released by the traditional channel TYC Sports, renowned Uruguayan center-forward Edinson Cavani has amicably terminated his contract with Boca Juniors and is now completely free to sign with a new team. Faced with this market opportunity, the board led by president Pedrinho is considering making an official offer to bring the international star to Brazilian football in the second half of the year.

The search for a new top-level No. 9 has gained full momentum due to the poor performance of the current attacking unit in the main squad. As forwards Bremer and Spinelli have failed to put together a positive run of performances, the coaching staff is insisting on the signing of an experienced finisher. Free on the international market, the Uruguayan appears as a viable alternative, since Vasco would only need to negotiate monthly wages and a signing bonus, eliminating the need to buy economic rights.

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How Cavani fits into Vasco’s budget

From a financial standpoint, the star’s annual earnings in Buenos Aires were estimated at between $2 million and $2.7 million, roughly R$11 million to R$15 million per year. That salary range is considered compatible with the current budget reality at São Januário, especially because negotiations with businessman Marcos Lamacchia for the definitive sale of the SAF shares remain tied up in court. With no expectation of major immediate cash injections, signing players without contracts has become the club’s main survival strategy.

The club’s board projects that the 39-year-old veteran could play a tactical role similar to the one previously performed by Vegetti. The controversial departure of “El Pirata” at the start of this calendar year is treated behind the scenes as a serious strategic mistake by some advisers, given that the Argentine is still enjoying good moments in the Cerro Porteño shirt in the Copa Libertadores. The arrival of the Uruguayan idol would serve as an immediate response to the fans and fill the leadership void in Renato Gaúcho’s locker room.

Medical concern and negotiation history

The only factor raising a major red flag within Vasco’s medical committee is directly tied to the striker’s current physical condition. Throughout the entire 2026 season, he has played in only two official matches, with his last appearance coming on February 20 in the draw against Racing. The player recently underwent complex surgery to correct a chronic lower back problem and has an estimated recovery timeline of a month and a half before returning to the pitch.

According to journalist Germán García Grova, the player has no plans to retire and is looking for a competitive project to show that he still has an eye for goal. It is worth remembering that the Uruguayan’s name had already been strongly linked with São Januário in 2023, shortly before his move to Argentina; on that occasion, Vasco’s board ended up signing Vegetti, who became the great hero responsible for saving the team from the dreaded relegation in that year’s Brazilian Championship.

Cavani terminates Boca contract after two matches in 2026 – Photo: Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images

Who is Edinson Cavani, the world star now on Vasco’s radar?

Born in Salto, center-forward Edinson Cavani is one of the greatest goalscorers in world football in the 21st century. Developed professionally by Uruguay’s Danubio, the striker moved to Europe early, where he began his successful journey on the continent with Palermo. However, his name gained global prominence in the Napoli shirt, the Italian club for which he piled up goals and won the Coppa Italia title, establishing himself as one of the deadliest forwards on the planet before attracting Vasco’s interest in past transfer windows.

His definitive consecration came at Paris Saint-Germain, where he became one of the top scorers in the French club’s history while winning dozens of domestic trophies. After notable spells with Manchester United and Valencia, the veteran returned to South America to wear the Boca Juniors shirt, the club where he remained until recently terminating his deal in 2026.

For the Uruguay national team, the star played in four editions of the World Cup and won the 2011 Copa América, building up the international pedigree that Vasco’s technical committee sees as the necessary difference-maker to lead Vasco’s attack in the Brazilian Championship.

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