Los Angeles FC are keen on signing Antoine Griezmann from Spanish giants Atletico Madrid, according to reports.
Los Angeles FC Interested In Signing Antoine Griezmann
The American giants want to bolster their squad ahead of the resumption of action in the 2024 Major League Soccer.
Griezmann’s contract with Atletico Madrid runs until June 30, 2026, having penned a three-year deal when he rejoined the club in 2023.
Los Angeles FC have already secured the services of Olivier Giroud this summer on a free transfer and their attention is now fixated on another French star.
Reports indicate that the MLS side have made a proposal to Antoine Griezmann which would make him the second-highest-paid player in the league behind Messi.
It appears Griezmann is also interested in moving to America, however, it is unknown when he will make a decision over a possible move to the country.
Atletico Madrid will reportedly not offer the 33-year-old a contract extension in 2025 and given his contract ends in 2026, he will automatically become a free agent and as such, can move to the MLS franchise on a free transfer.
Antoine Griezmann can begin holding talks with the club from January 2026 ahead of a potential move in the summer of 2026.
Lionel Messi and David Beckham’s Inter Miami are also believed to be eyeing the attacker, who currently has a release clause of €10 million.
Los Angeles FC are said to be pushing to sign Griezmann this summer or possibly in 2025 and it will be interesting to see if they can sign the French football great.
Hugo Lloris also plays for the Los Angeles-based club and that could influence the decision of Antoine Griezmann.
Who Is Antoine Griezmann?
Antoine Griezmann is a French professional footballer who plays for La Liga club Atlético Madrid and the France national team.
His Personal Information?
Griezmann was born on March 21, 1991, in Mâcon, France, to father Alain Griezmann, a town councilor, who has distant German ancestry.
Antoine Griezmann’s mother is Isabelle Lopes, a former hospital staff member supervising the cleaning team.
She is of Portuguese descent, and her father Amaro Lopes, was a Portuguese footballer for Paços de Ferreira.
Griezmann is married to 34-year-old Spaniard Erika Choperena, with the pair tying the knot in 2017.
Antoine Griezmann and Erika have three children together, namely; Mia, born in 2016, Amaro, born in 2019, and Alba, who they welcomed in 2021.
Shockingly, their three children were all born on the 8th of April of their respective birth years.
Antoine Griezmann Market Value And Net Worth?
His market value is €25 million according to Transfermkt, while Griezmann’s net worth is estimated to be within the region of €240 million – €260 million.
Antoine Griezmann Achievements?
The 33-year-old has won several trophies in his stellar career, including; 1 FIFA World Cup, 1 UEFA Nations League, 1 UEFA Europa League, and 1 UEFA Super Cup.
Griezmann’s Career Stats?
Antoine Griezmann has made 693 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 268 goals and providing 119 assists across all competitions.
Internationally, Griezmann has made 135 appearances for France, scoring 44 goals and providing 38 assists.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
He has represented just three clubs in his professional career, namely; Real Sociedad, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid.
His Position?
Antoine Griezmann can function as a center-forward, second-striker and left-winger.
