“As a footballer, he is useless”: shower of criticism on Edinson Cavani, whistled by his supporters at Boca Juniors

The end of career is approaching for Edinson Cavani. At 39 years old, the former Parisian still hasn’t given up his crampons. Engaged at Boca Juniors since July 2023, the striker is nevertheless going through difficult times. He has only made two small appearances since the start of the season in January, affected by lumbago.

And his last match, against the Racing club of Avellaneda with the captain’s armband around his arm, went very badly. Harmless, unable to weigh on the opposing defense, the Uruguayan left the pitch in the 79th minute to the whistles of his own supporters. Enough to start rumors about the end of his career, he who is under contract until next December.

Questioned by ESPN, the former glory of Boca Juniors Oscar Ruggeri did not mince his words. “He needs to stop playing. At 40 years old (39 in reality), it’s difficult to still play in our league. In my opinion, if he does not make this decision, it is because he wants to continue trying to rectify the situation and leave,” said the 1986 world champion with Argentina.

On the same channel, journalist Mariano Closs was not more tender. “It’s no longer the responsibility of the coach, it’s the responsibility of management,” he proclaimed. On the pitch, we only see him contesting refereeing decisions or trying to separate the players. As a footballer he is useless. »

Professional since 2005 and his debut in his training club Danubio FC, Edinson Cavani is inevitably starting to struggle. Despite everything, he has presented interesting statistics since his arrival in Argentina, with 28 goals in 80 matches. He had previously played for Palermo, Naples, PSG, Manchester United and Valencia.