Madrid, June 5: After being treated to European glory last month, Atletico Madrid will be rejoicing at the latest transfer rumor about their most favorite player. Rather a non-transfer rumor regarding Antoine Griezmann.
The Frenchman was almost set to join rivals Barcelona for a €100 million move with certain reports suggesting that a deal was already made before Griezmann played in the Europa League final.
Griezmann has told close friends he will reject a move to Barcelona and sign a new contract at Atletico Madrid. Barcelona were hoping to seal Griezmann’s deal before the World Cup, but it now seems that the transfer has taken a huge U-Turn. Atletico’s Europa League triumph is said to have had a massive impact on Griezmann with his faith in the team and players rising to new levels.
🔴⚪🔴 Finalizamos la temporada en el segundo puesto del ranking @UEFA. 📈
— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) May 29, 2018
¡Enhorabuena equipo!👏
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The France international is confident with more glory at the Wanda Metropolitano and under manager Diego Simone. Grabbing this opportunity, Atletico are also preparing a new deal that will include a massive release clause for Griezmann whilst also making him one of the highest paid footballer in world football.
— Antoine Griezmann (@TheGriezmann_) June 2, 2018