Many footballers have passed through Atlético de Madrid , but very few can be considered "legends". Modern history, fortunately for the club, has left several of these players who will always be remembered over the years. Among them is Antoine Griezmann , who has not stopped breaking records since the first moment he set foot, back then, at the Vicente Calderón .
Signed in the summer of 2014, Antoine Griezmann 's love story with Atlético de Madrid was very close to breaking up for good when he left for FC Barcelona . However, after admitting his mistake, apologising and earning the forgiveness of the fans on the pitch, the reconciliation became real. Since then, we have been able to see the best "little prince" who captivated the fans from the 14/15 season to the 19/20 season.
In fact, it was last year when Antoine Griezmann achieved what will possibly be one of the most historic milestones in the entire history of Atlético de Madrid . It was against Real Madrid , in the Spanish Super Cup , when the Frenchman managed to proclaim himself as the top scorer in the history of the red-and-white team by surpassing Luis Aragonés . Now, with 182 goals under his belt to date, he is within reach of surpassing another Atlético emblem this season: Fernando Torres.
Another record to beat
This season is not just any other for Atlético de Madrid , but a very special one. The return of the crest marked a turning point in the club's history and, together with the big signings of the summer, there is great expectation among the fans. However, Antoine Griezmann has his eye, in addition to the titles, on being the striker who has played the most games in the League with the red and white shirt.
And if he has the same prominence he had last season, he could achieve it by far. He currently has 281 appearances , equalling the great Atlético de Madrid legend, Fernando Torres . The "kid", who is currently in Atleti B as a coach, has already seen how the Frenchman has "caught" him in that statistic.
It was against Athletic Club , a match in which Antoine Griezmann started even though he had to watch the team's victory from the bench after being substituted. Whatever the case, if the Frenchman ends up playing against Valencia CF after the international break, he will leave Fernando Torres behind in this statistic. He would thus become the third striker with the most matches played in the league competition for Atlético de Madrid .
Now, if he wants to reach the top spot, he will have to overcome two other great players. First, Ángel Correa , who is on 307 matches and who, if he is still active, could increase the number during the season. And finally, Enrique Collar , who accumulated 339 appearances with which he enlarged his figure as a Atlético legend.
So, if Antoine Griezmann is vital for Diego Pablo Simeone again this season, he could reach both players. Something that would make him not only the top scorer in the history of Atlético de Madrid , but also the striker with the most appearances in the Spanish league. Something that very few can achieve and that, for the Frenchman, will be another door to knock down before leaving.