Uruguayan a Neymar alternative?

Chelsea could turn their attentions towards Napoli striker Edinson Cavani if they fail in their attempt to sign Brazilian target Neymar, who has been on the Blues’ wish list for some time.

Many English fans will recognise the 24-year-old as part of an impressive attacking trio for Uruguay during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, along with Luis Suarez and Diego Forlan.

Since the summer the stock of Cavani has risen further still as he has enjoyed a prolific season in Italy’s Serie A, where he is joint-top goal scorer with 25 goals, which include a hat-trick during Napoli’s 4-3 win over Lazio last weekend.

With Didier Drogba expected to leave the club in the summer after the arrival of £50m signing Fernando Torres, Chelsea could be in the market for another striker.

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