"Bombarded with Calls!" Is Bayern Munich Signing the Next Ivica Olic?

**Getty Images** Mar 13, 2026 04:39+06:00 Translated by GOAL.com
**"He's being bombarded with calls!" – Is Bayern Munich signing the new Ivica Olic?** FC Bayern is reportedly tracking another major European talent. Striker **Anton Matkovic** of NK Osijek has drawn interest from several clubs with his performances—including, it seems, the German record champions.
**Bayern monitoring Croatian talent** FC Bayern remains constantly alert to exciting young prospects across Europe. Now, Croatian striker **Anton Matkovic** of NK Osijek appears to have captured the attention of the Munich club. Despite NK Osijek’s challenging season—currently battling relegation—Matkovic has stood out. The 20-year-old has made **14 appearances** across all competitions this term, registering **1 goal and 1 assist**. Osijek president **Robert Spehar** confirmed the growing interest in the youngster. Speaking to *Sportske Novosti*, he described the situation: > **"He's being bombarded with calls from managers – Dinamo, Hajduk, Bayern, I don’t know who else is being mentioned. I think his head is like a drum. Someone from the club has to be with him around the clock to see what happens next and how things progress."**
**The new Olić for Bayern? Matkovic in focus** In Croatia, Matkovic is already being compared to former Bayern fan favourite **Ivica Olić**, who played for the club from 2009 to 2012, scoring 23 goals in 80 competitive matches. Matkovic is seen to share similar traits. The U21 international is not a classic centre-forward; he impresses with **his mentality, relentless work rate, and forward surges from deeper positions**. His contract with Osijek runs until **summer 2027**.
**Anton Matkovic – 2025/26 season stats (NK Osijek)** | Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Minutes Played | |-------------|-------------|-------|---------|----------------| | All | 14 | 1 | 1 | 862 |
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