Edinson Cavani has sent a message of thanks to Manchester United supporters and says he can't wait to hear them cheer him on again when he next takes to the pitch.
The Uruguayan forward has been a hugely popular figure at United since he joined the club on a free transfer last year, forming a strong bond with fans — despite playing the majority of his matches behind-closed-doors.
Cavani, 34, has experienced spells in and out of the team ever since he joined the club, often due to injury issues, but has always retained the backing of supporters for his exceptional work rate and selfless approach to the game.
His name is one of those most regularly sung on United away days at the moment and the veteran striker is touched by the love shown to him by fans of the club.
"I've been fortunate enough to have had a season here already," Cavani told club media. "But without the fans in the ground. So I was unable to enjoy that experience along with them.
"But I’ve got huge recognition for just how great and kind they’ve been with me, and I’m grateful, and always will be, for the songs they’ve made up for me. Because I think that, a lot of the time, things happen for a reason.
"I’m sure that, sometimes, certain stuff happens for a purpose, and I’m grateful, grateful for all the affection that the supporters and fans of this club show me. So, yes, we’ll see what happens. Let’s hope that it’s a really positive month for us all and then we can see what happens further on down the line."
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