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Griezmann Commits Future to Atlético Madrid with Contract Extension through 2027

He turned down MLS or Gulf offers to remain in Madrid in pursuit of his first major trophy with Atlético.

Le Français Antoine Griezmann salue les supporters entouré de ses coéquipiers de l'Atletico Madrid après leur match de Liga contre la Real Sociedad au Metropolitano Stadium de Madrid le 10 mai 2025
Antoine Griezmann en action avec l'Atletico Madrid contre le Real Betis en Liga au Metropolitano Stadium de Madrid le 18 mai 2025

Overview

  • His new contract runs through 30 June 2027, adding one additional season to his previous deal due to expire in 2026.
  • The 34-year-old rejected persistent interest from MLS and Gulf clubs to continue working under coach Diego Simeone.
  • During the 2024-25 season he surpassed Lionel Messi to become the foreign player with the most La Liga appearances in history.
  • After contributing 25 goals and nine assists across all competitions, he managed only one league goal in his final 22 matches of the campaign.
  • Griezmann is set to feature for Atlético in the FIFA Club World Cup this summer as he still chases his first La Liga or Champions League title.