Maradona helped the Partenopei win their first ever Scudetto in 1987 and then to a second title three years later.
Cavani’s 22 goals in 30 games have ensured Napoli’s season has exceeded all expectations, and they sit just three points behind league leaders Milan, who could stumble against Inter on Saturday.
“Maradona comparisons don’t affect me. Diego is unique and he was a player who was very difficult to imitate. I can never be compared to Maradona, he was an idol and a God for this city,” Cavani told Il Corriere dello Sport.
“But, I want to leave a mark here at Napoli.”
His stellar campaign is proof that his move away from Palermo was a wise decision, and he said of his switch: “There are many pointers in life and these make you understand the road you need to take.
“After the World Cup people used to speak about many teams. But, then when I heard about Napoli and the people here I took a moment to think. Napoli showed faith in me.”
Napoli welcome fifth placed Lazio on Sunday, and a win would all but guarantee third place as well as maintain their title hopes.
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