Paris Saint-Germain's striker woes have taken a significant hit with the recent injury to Gonçalo Ramos.
The 23-year-old forward suffered a serious ligament injury to his left ankle during PSG's 4-1 victory over Le Havre, forcing him off the field in just the 20th minute in the reigning champions first game of the season.
With surgery confirmed, Ramos is expected to be sidelined for at least three months, leaving PSG in a precarious position upfront with the need to find a replacement
This setback comes at a critical time for PSG, who are already short on strikers following the high-profile departure of Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid.
Will PSG reignite Victor Osimhen chase?
The club had initially identified Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen as a prime candidate to fill the void left by Mbappé, but negotiations with Napoli stalled due to the €130 million release clause—a figure PSG deemed too steep.
However, Ramos' injury could change the landscape. With limited options remaining in their attacking arsenal—Randal Kolo-Muani and Bradley Barcola being the only recognized strikers available—PSG may be forced to revisit their pursuit of Osimhen.
The 25-year-old Nigeria striker has proven his worth, especially after a stellar 2022/23 season where he led Napoli to the Scudetto and clinched the top scorer title with 26 goals.
Osimhen himself seems eager for a change of scenery, having recently submitted a transfer request to Napoli. Nonetheless, Napoli's president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, remains firm on the release clause, showing no signs of backing down.
As PSG navigates this striker crisis, the club may be compelled to rethink their stance on Victor Osimhen's transfer fee.