Ivan Pavlić (born 10 November 2001) is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Belgian Pro League club Union SG.
Club career Pavlić was born in Rotterdam to Serbian parents, and started his career with Excelsior and Smitshoek, before joining amateur side Spartaan'20. At the age of fourteen, he moved to Belgium to sign for Royal Antwerp. While at Antwerp, he was named twice on the bench in the UEFA Europa League.
After five years in Antwerp, Pavlić failed to agree a new deal, and was allowed to leave the club. He moved abroad again, this time to Portugal, signing with Académica.
In July 2022, Pavlić signed a two-year contract with Primeira Liga side Estoril, initially joining the club's U23s. On 31 January 2024, Pavlić's contract was terminated by mutual agreement.
On 3 September 2025, Pavlić joined Belgian champions Union SG on a four-season contract.
International career Pavlić remains eligible to represent the Netherlands, Belgium and Serbia at international level. He has stated his intention to play for Serbia.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueNational cupLeague cupEuropeOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAcadémica2021–22Liga Portugal 25000——0050Estoril Praia2023–24Primeira Liga500030——80Paços de Ferreira2024–25Liga Portugal 232220——203602025–26Liga Portugal 24000———40Total36220——20400Union SG2025–26Belgian Pro League9010—00—100Career total55030300020630 Notes
Honours Union SG Belgian Cup: 2025–26
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