Paweł Olkowski

Born in Ozimek, Olkowski started his senior career at Gwarek Zabrze. In July 2010, he was loaned to GKS Katowice on a one-year deal. In July 2011, he joined Górnik Zabrze on a three-year contract. On 1 July 2014, Olkowski joined German club 1. FC Köln on a free transfer. On 10 July 2018, he joined Football League Championship side Bolton Wanderers on a two-year contract. He made his debut for Bolton on 4 August 2018 when starting Wanderers 2–1 victory over West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns. He also started the 2–2 draw against Bristol City, grabbing an assist in a positive performance. On 9 July 2019, Olkowski joined Turkish club Gazişehir Gaziantep. On 27 May 2022, it was announced he would return to Górnik Zabrze, signing a two-year contract with an extension option. Four years later, on 27 May 2026, Olkowski signed a one-year deal with II liga side GKS Tychy.

Olkowski has represented Poland at under-19 and under-21 levels. On 15 November 2013, he made his senior debut for the Poland national team in a friendly, starting in a 2–0 loss against Slovakia.

Club

As of match played 23 May 2026

International

Górnik Zabrze

Polish Cup: 2025–26