Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United are emerging as two of the key contenders to recruit Napoli’s Victor Osimhen this summer, with both clubs looking to make distinct statements in the transfer window.

The Nigerian is already being hyped as one of the window’s biggest stories, thanks to a €110 million release clause that makes him a rare young forward who is available.

It was surprising that he wasn’t signed last year in the striker market, given the interest of a number of large clubs. That interest persists, notably among Chelsea and Arsenal, but the changing circumstances at both PSG and United mean they are poised to become major contenders.

Victor Osimhen is frequently linked with a move to Manchester United (AP).

Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s ownership of Old Trafford with his minority investment has already resulted in a significant focus on recruitment, with the club eager to fundamentally alter their strategy.

While the focus will be on more clever and forward-thinking purchases, there is a recognition of the worth of a specific type of player from time to time, and Osimhen is considered as fitting into both categories due to his age of 25 and tactical versatility.

PSG are currently contemplating their options, with Kylian Mbappe almost certain to join Real Madrid in the summer. While senior people at PSG stress that they are dedicated to a new ideology centred on the club’s development system, there is also an understanding that some clout is required to supplement it. Osimhen’s game would fit nicely with that, allowing for Luis Enrique’s desired frenzied pressing style.

It’s already shaping up to be one of the summer’s biggest stories.