The Uruguay international joined the club on 5 October and signed a one-year contract at that time, with the option to extend it for a further year.
Cavani has scored seven goals in 28 appearances so far and is a popular figure in the squad, particularly with our younger players able to learn so much from his experience and know-how.
Just last week, for example, it was revealed how Mason Greenwood's headed winner against Brighton & Hove Albion had been inspired by the teachings of 34-year-old El Matador.
Cavani made his latest appearance as a substitute in Thursday night’s 2-0 Europa League quarter-final first leg victory over Granada and Solskjaer spoke afterwards about his future.