Former England striker Michael Owen has backed the latest Manchester United signing Edinson Cavani to thrive in the new environment.
Cavani arrived at Old Trafford as a free agent on deadline day but had to wait before making his debut for Manchester United. The 33-year-old needed to quarantine following his arrival from France earlier in November.
PSG’s all-time top goal-scorer made his first appearance for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side on Saturday. He replaced Daniel James in the second half during a goalless draw with Chelsea in the Premier League.
Cavani was close to opening his account at his debut but only witnessed his effort go inches wide of Edouard Mendy’s post. His former PSG teammate Thiago Silva also made sure to deny his ex-colleague from finding the net later on.
Excited with everything he saw from the Uruguayan veteran in his first Premier League outing, Michael Owen has heaped praise on the new Red Devils frontman.
“I love this guy’s [Cavani’s] movement. He’s my type of striker,” Owen said, as relayed by the Metro.
“I’ve always said half a yard at the near post is better than two or three yards at the back post because invariably the ball doesn’t get there.
“And if it does, defenders turn, spin and close you down.
“The timing of his run, he’s on his toes, Thiago [Silva] played alongside him at Paris Saint-Germain, he knows exactly how he does it, when he tries to time it, you could see that, talk about knowing your players, great defending.
“Normally, against most defenders he might have got there in front, nicked it, and he would’ve had got a block in.
“We only saw a brief cameo, but I’ve seen him for years and years and always thought he’s one of the best movers in the game in terms of those little darting runs, he loves nipping in front of defenders.
“I think he’s going to score a few.
“As long as United have pressure on the opponents. They get crosses in. He’s very much an 18-yard box type of striker that makes darting runs.”
Cavani will have the chance to strike his first goal for Manchester United in midweek. RB Leipzig will arrive at Old Trafford on Wednesday for an exciting Champions League clash.
Be sure not to miss out on the latest news about Manchester United
Download our brand new App and follow your favorite players, clubs, and much more
