There was a time, during this spring, in which Antoine Griezmann He was more than tempted to leave Atlético de Madrid to set up to the US. In some circles of the rojiblanco surroundings, the exit of the French striker was even made this summer, although he had one more year of contract in the Metropolitan. The Margarita, however, ended up being defoliated in favor of Atlético. And, not only will it continue in Madrid, but do it Expanding your contract one more season, until 2027.
The agreement to extend your contract, agreed weeks ago, has become official on Monday. A new agreement that Expand Griezmann's link with Atlético until he turns 36. But also a pact with trap, because everything indicates that it will not fulfill the integrity of the contract and that the last season will be the last one in which Vista de Rojiblanco.
More years, less salary
In fact, the extension of the contract is mostly related to facilitating Atlético the achievement of reinforcements this summer. Griezmann will see your annual salary reduced in exchange for expanding one more course. An agreement that has become usual in many clubs in recent times, starting with Barça.
The role of Griezmann, in fact, has changed substantially in recent months. Julián Álvarez has erected himself as the great leader of Atléticowhile the Frenchman has been reducing his participation until he finished the course as the substitute of the Argentine and Alexander Sorloth, the rojiblanco pichichi of the season.
Antoine Griezmann has not marked since February. / AFP7 via Europa Press / AF7 via Europa Press
I do not score a goal since February
French started the season well, but his performance collapsed in the second half. He adds 16 unmarked games and his last goal dates from February 25in the vertiginous 4-4 cup against Barça. Retired from the French team, now enjoy a few days on vacation before resuming training for the Club World Cup.
Meanwhile, Atlético Peina the market with the aim of strengthening the workforce. The priority objective of the mattresses is Álex Baenawith which Simeone would want to count in the World Cup, although it does not seem simple. A central (the expense of what happens with Lengletthat returns to a Barça who does not love him) and an left side are the other priority folders for the sports direction he directs Carlos Bursery.
