At the end of September, Antoine Griezmann surprised his world. Against all expectations, the Atlético Madrid striker has announced an end to his career in the French team. A decision announced on his social networks, but which he was careful not to reveal the reasons which pushed him to say Stop. Enough to leave rumors.
It is said in particular that “Grizou” would have been affected by the choice of Didier Deschamps not to entrust him with the captain's armband. Since this episode, his relationship with the coach would have deteriorated. And he ended up losing his place as an indisputable holder during Euro 2024. Too much.
Deschamps on Griezmann: “It was in his mind and he had spoken to me”
During an interview with Le Figaro, Didier Deschamps assured that the loss of status during the euro was not the trigger. According to him, the Mâconnais had already mentioned the possibility of ending his international career before the start of the tournament.
“” Griezmann stopped the Blues because of the euro? No, it's a misconceptionreplied “DD”. The euro is an element that has appeared in his reflection, but he was already asking himself to stop the selection before the competition. It was in his mind and he spoke to me. It is logical that he has this reflection like other players before him. It takes time, it must mature. That what happened to the Euro had an influence, yes, but it is not only that. »»
