Premier League giants Chelsea and Manchester United are engaged in an intense battle to secure the services of Porto’s star striker Samu Omorodion, industry sources have revealed.
Both clubs have identified the 23-year-old Nigerian as the “ideal profile” to bolster their attacking lineups, setting the stage for a high-stakes transfer tussle in the upcoming summer window.
Omorodion’s Impressive Form Draws Top Suitors
Omorodion’s prolific performances this season have caught the attention of the English powerhouses. The forward has netted an impressive 7 goals in the Portuguese Primeira Liga, while also contributing 4 goals in 3 Europa League matches.
His goal-scoring exploits have positioned him as one of the most in-demand strikers across Europe, with Chelsea and Manchester United now leading the charge to secure his signature.
Premier League Clubs Eye Attacking Reinforcements
Both Chelsea and Manchester United have been active in the striker market in recent times, but it appears they are still keen to further bolster their forward lines with the addition of Omorodion.
Chelsea, who brought in Nicolas Jackson and Joao Felix last year, are reportedly viewing the Nigerian as the “ideal profile” to lead their attack. Meanwhile, Manchester United, fresh off the signings of Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund, are also keen to secure Omorodion’s services.
Hefty Price Tag Awaits Potential Suitors
However, any move for Omorodion will not come cheap, as the player is currently protected by a reported €100 million (£83 million/$107 million) release clause in his Porto contract.
The substantial price tag is expected to trigger an “intense competition” between the two Premier League heavyweights as they vie for the highly-rated striker’s signature in the upcoming transfer window.
Sports analysts suggest that Omorodion’s continued goal-scoring exploits could potentially attract interest from other top European clubs, further fueling the bidding war between Chelsea and Manchester United.