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SC Freiburg Signs Striker Matanovic for Record €8 Million

7/9/2025

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Freiburg Signs Matanovic

SC Freiburg has made a bold move by signing Croatian striker Igor Matanovic from Eintracht Frankfurt for around €8 million, marking him as their most expensive forward to date. The 22-year-old, who shone on loan at Karlsruher SC with 14 goals in 32 matches, is thrilled to join Freiburg, a club he admires for its ambition and authenticity.

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Düsseldorf Acquires Lotka

Fortuna Düsseldorf has bolstered their lineup by acquiring goalkeeper Marcel Lotka from Borussia Dortmund, setting the stage for an exciting competition with captain Florian Kastenmeier. In a bold move, SC Freiburg has secured Igor Matanovic as their record signing, eager to harness his promising talent following a standout loan performance in the 2. Bundesliga.

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Freiburg Signs Matanovic

SC Freiburg has made a bold move by signing Croatian striker Igor Matanovic from Eintracht Frankfurt for around €8 million, marking him as their most expensive forward to date. The 22-year-old, who shone on loan at Karlsruher SC with 14 goals in 32 matches, is thrilled to join Freiburg, a club he admires for its ambition and authenticity.

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