Ante Matej Jurič

Ante Matej Jurič attacks space as a target forward, using his 1.93m frame to pin centre-backs and hold the ball in the box. He began professional life at HNK Gorica, scoring and assisting in 2023/24, then moved to Brescia on loan for 2024/25 gaining international exposure. Ante Matej Jurič joins Rijeka for 2025. In July 2025 he transferred to HNK Rijeka and focuses on aerial duels, hold-up play, and finishing moves. He made his European competition debut in 2025/26 and has since scored in domestic cups. Aerial ability and pressing from the front help Rijeka disrupt transitions. Jurič attacks the back post and checks runs to get shots off quickly.