Duo certainly please Manchester City and Newcastle on weekend scouting missing – One player was ‘absolute protagonist’

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Published on 2024-05-06 15:41:08

Manchester City and Newcastle United are both interested in NK Osijek’s Anton Matković and Lokomotiva Zagreb goalkeeper Nikola Čavlina. Both clubs sent officials to Croatia to watch the two players in action during a recent match. Despite Osijek’s 3-1 victory over Lokomotiva Zagreb, Matković stood out by scoring two goals and catching the attention of the Manchester City and Newcastle scouts. Čavlina also impressed despite letting in three goals for his team.

Inter Milan had been eyeing the Croatian youngsters as potential signings, but now they face competition from Manchester City and Newcastle. Matković’s agent, Marjan Sisic, who also represents Manchester City’s Joško Gvardiol, hinted that the Etihad club may have an advantage in signing the forward due to their existing relationship. Matković’s performance in the recent match has put him in the spotlight for potential moves to high-profile clubs in the future.

Both Matković and Čavlina made a strong impression on Manchester City and Newcastle scouts during their recent match. The duo’s talents have not gone unnoticed, and they may soon have the opportunity to make a move to a bigger club. With Manchester City already having a connection to Matković through his agent, the competition for his signature between the English clubs could be intense in the coming months.

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