Tottenham eye Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic as De Zerbi eyes 2027 move

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with Freiburg forward Igor Matanovic after he netted eight goals in sixteen matches this season.

Journalist Ben Jacobs disclosed on GIVEMESPORT’s Market Madness podcast that the North London club are monitoring the 23‑year‑old Croat.

Loan option and rival interest

Jacobs said Tottenham may prefer a short‑term solution such as a loan, mirroring interest from Manchester United.

He added that the clubs would rather wait for the summer than panic‑buy a player on a long‑term contract in January.

Jacobs lamented the way the Richarlison situation has unfolded, noting Matanovic as a name Tottenham like.

Matanovic has also contributed a couple of assists in his sixteen appearances for SC Freiburg across all competitions.

Standing at 1.94 m, the forward combines aerial strength with dribbling ability and creates space for teammates in the final third.

His performances have established him as one of the Bundesliga’s most talented forwards.

De Zerbi could benefit from Matanovic’s firepower, with the striker capable of fighting for a regular first‑team place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

At 23, Matanovic is entering his peak years, making him a worthy target for Tottenham either this January or at the end of the campaign.

Consequently, Jacobs suggested De Zerbi would be wise to move in for Matanovic in 2027.