New Oxford United chairman Sumrith Thanakarnjanasuth is eyeing a shock move for Patrick Kluivert as he continues to target big names.

The financial backer is scouring the market for a new man to lead his club and Kluivert has emerged as a shock contender.

Kluivert has been out of work since leaving his director of football role at Paris Saint-Germain in the summer and reports suggest he could become Oxford boss this week.

Oxford United are keen on recruiting Patrick Kluivert as their new manager this week

The 41-year-old, who played for the likes of Ajax, Barcelona and Newcastle during his illustrious career, assisted former Holland boss Louis van Gaal during the 2014 World Cup and also coached Curacao.

However he could now be set for a shock role at League One outfit Oxford, who usually attract less than 10,000 fans and are 16th in the table.

Oxford have been without a manager since Pep Clotet was sacked on January 22.

Craig Bellamy and Sol Campbell had both been linked but moves for the former Premier League duo have not come to fruition.

Derek Fazackerley remains in caretaker charge.