Overview

• Griezmann’s one-year extension was agreed weeks ago and formalized on June 2
• He has accepted a reduced salary as part of the deal to help the club finance new recruits
• Atlético plans to reinvest the savings in targets such as Álex Baena, a central defender and a left-back
• He has not scored since late February and has transitioned to a backup role behind Julián Álvarez and Alexander Sorloth
• Griezmann will prepare to join Atlético’s FIFA Club World Cup squad, with the tournament kicking off on June 15, 2025