Mirror
Edinson Cavani proved his enduring importance for Manchester United with a vital goal to rescue a point at Newcastle United on Monday night.
The veteran striker, 34, replaced Mason Greenwood at half-time and bundled in a scuffed effort in the 71st minute to level after Allan Saint-Maximin opened the scoring.
Cavani’s miscued strike will not make it into highlight reels charting his 425-goal career, but his reaction to the equaliser certainly gives Ralf Rangnick plenty to think about.
The Uruguayan has not started a game since the German was appointed interim manager due to a long-standing tendon issue, with one of Marcus Rashford or Mason Greenwood chosen alongside Cristiano Ronaldo up front.
However, the sight of Cavani bellowing into the Tynseside air as he emphatically celebrated his goal showed just why he should partner the Portuguese superstar.
The former Napoli and Paris Saint-Germain frontman has the experience to complement his steady supply of goals and assists, which is sure to be an asset during a period of transformation under interim manager Rangnick.
The Red Devils have been accused of lacking leadership throughout their disappointing season, yet Cavani provides a winning mentality backed up by 20 major trophies for club and country – something Rashford and…
