The decision. In 2018, Antoine Griezmann had decided to announce his choice to stay at Atlético de Madrid and say no to FC Barcelona in a 52 -minute documentary produced by Gerard Piqué. All two days before the entry into the French team at the 2018 World Cup. A communication that had been the subject of many criticisms. Which had not really calmed the tricolor footballer, who had hesitated to redo a documentary a year later to announce his departure from the Madrid club this time. But the Colchoneros had refused. A few years later, Grizi was more sober in his way of communicating.
Discreet about his future this season, the Frenchman finally decided to extend the pleasure with the Spanish team. Atlético announced the news in an official press release. “The top scorer in Atlético history has extended its contract with the club, which expires in 2026. Antoine Griezmann and Atlético de Madrid in a season, have reached an agreement to renew the French player's contract until June 30, 2027.” For his part, the native of Mâcon shared publications from his club on his personal social networks.
An extension that divides Atlético
The adventure therefore continues between the 34 -year -old footballer, who was flirted by the MLS and the Gulf clubs, and the Madrid. Last night, President Enrique Cerezo was also delighted with this news. “We are all very happy. Griezmann is a key player at Atlético de Madrid, he has shown it and he will continue to show it. Griezmann has always had the idea of continuing and we had the same desire. ” Except that this news does not please everyone at Atlético. Indeed, El Chiringuito reveals that the decision to extend the lease of Griezmann, which was initially at the end of the contract in 2026, made teeth toothed internally.
The Spanish show explains that several votes within the club were not for its extension, in particular because of its performances last season and its physical condition. Some members of Atlético have advised the president to extend it. El Chiringuito explains that this extension could also be linked to financial fair play in order to pay him his salary over several years. Anyway, this choice divides within the Liga club. But the decision was made. Se queda!
