Has Griezmann Just Extended His Stay with Atletico Madrid Until 2027?

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Key Takeaways
- Griezmann's contract extension solidifies his future with Atletico Madrid.
- He is the club's all-time leading scorer with 197 goals.
- Griezmann has won multiple significant titles with the team.
- His performance this season has been below his usual standards.
- Atletico faces PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup soon.
Madrid, June 2 (NationPress) Antoine Griezmann has finalized a new agreement with Atletico Madrid, securing his stay with the Spanish team until June 30, 2027. The 34-year-old forward's previous deal was due to expire in 2026.
Since joining the club in 2014, Griezmann has enjoyed a remarkable nine-year journey with Atleti, achieving the status of the club’s all-time leading scorer with 197 goals, surpassing the 173 scored by Luis Aragones. He ranks as the seventh most capped player for the team with 442 appearances, and is notably the third highest non-Spanish player on the list, behind only his teammates Oblak and Correa.
Expressing his gratitude, Griezmann stated in an Instagram video, “Atléticos, I’m thrilled to continue donning this incredible jersey for several more years. I hope to bring you immense joy. Big hug, I love you.”
During his time at Atletico, he has secured one Spanish Super Cup (2014), one UEFA Super Cup (2018), and one UEFA Europa League (2018), where he scored twice in the final against Olympique de Marseille. Following that successful season, Griezmann played a pivotal role in France's World Cup victory in 2018, netting a goal in the final against Croatia.
Additionally, he scored the very first goal at the Metropolitano Stadium after the club transitioned from the historic Vicente Calderon.
Griezmann's tenure at Atletico has firmly established him as a legend in Madrid. However, his performance this season has been less than stellar, with 53 matches played, 16 goals scored, and nine assists. He has not found the net since February, coinciding with Atletico's fall from the title race, concluding the season in third place in La Liga.
Looking ahead, Atletico will compete in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, where they will face Paris Saint-Germain, the UEFA Champions League winners, in their opening match on June 16 (IST).