According to Football Insider, Arsenal and Chelsea are interested in Igor Matanović, but Freiburg does not intend to sell him in January or consider any offers during the winter transfer window. There is no confirmation that any interested club has sent an official offer or started negotiations. The same source states that a new opportunity for clubs to sign him could come next summer. talkSPORT journalist Ben Jacobs reported that United and Tottenham were considering bringing him in back in August. In early September, Matanović stated that he had not spoken to any club and was focused on his obligations at Freiburg.

Arsenal have been monitoring Igor Matanović for months. Arsenal consider him an excellent profile alternative to Kai Havertz and believe he could further develop his potential in north London. Freiburg are currently asking for approximately €60 million for their striker. According to sources, Freiburg's financial expectations are similar to the recent sale of Johan Manzambi to Aston Villa for €60 million.

According to Team Talk, Arsenal are among six English clubs considering a potential move for Igor Matanovic. Matanovic is on the shortlist of several clubs that are looking for attacking reinforcements for January or next summer. It is stated that there is nothing advanced regarding a potential transfer race, and it has not resulted in a bid so far. Arsenal’s interest follows a summer in which the club did not add another recognised centre-forward.

Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea are among the Premier League clubs making regular checks on Freiburg striker Igor Matanović. It has been reported that Manchester United have discussed the 23-year-old internally, while both Arsenal and Chelsea have had officials at his games. Matanović is open to moving to England and his valuation is now believed to be approximately £50m.