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1.94m Tottenham target already on 6 goals this season wanted by three Premier League rivals

Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea enter transfer race for Tottenham-linked Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
1.94m Tottenham target already on 6 goals this season wanted by three Premier League rivals
Key Things to Know
  • Tottenham face competition from Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal to sign Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic.
  • Freiburg could demand a permanent transfer fee of around £50m for the 23-year-old Croatian forward.
  • Matanovic has scored six goals in seven appearances across all competitions in the 2026/27 season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly tracking Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic, but face stiff competition from Premier League rivals Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal. The 23-year-old Croatian international has started the 2026/27 season in impressive form, scoring six goals in his first seven matches for the Bundesliga club.

Freiburg could reportedly demand a permanent transfer fee in the region of £50m to part ways with the forward next year. Tottenham are seeking attacking reinforcements for manager Roberto De Zerbi ahead of the January transfer window, though competition from several top English clubs may complicate any potential pursuit.

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