No one can deny that, sooner or later, Antoine Griezmann's future lies in the United States, which is what he has always wanted. In fact, it is not unusual to see him use his holidays to go to North America to enjoy some of its most emblematic sports. Now, an old friend of the French international wants to put some pressure on him and try to secure his signing next year.
This is Carlos Vela , with whom he shared a dressing room at Real Sociedad more than a decade ago and who has been playing in the United States for a long time. The Los Angeles FC striker seems convinced that Antoine Griezmann will end his career in the MLS of America. At the moment, the player has a contract with Atlético de Madrid until 2026, although nothing is certain.
Carlos Vela Begs for Antoine Griezmann
For some time now, rumours have been circulating about the world champion moving to the United States, involving several teams. From Inter Miami, managed by David Beckham, to Los Angeles FC, where his great friend plays and who is already impatiently waiting for him with open arms. Carlos Vela has been the latest footballer to speak about the possibility of Antoine Griezmann landing in North America in the final days of his professional career.
“I hope that one day he comes here, that he can be part of this league, of this club,” explained the Mexican forward about his close friend. Obviously, everyone knows that the Atletico striker is a big fan of American sports in all its forms. “He really likes this lifestyle, he really likes American sports,” said Carlos Vela .
Despite these words and all the latest rumours, the reality is that Antoine Griezmann has a contract with Atlético de Madrid until 2026. That will be the moment when he will be able to play his last World Cup with France, which is being played in the United States. However, his release clause has been decreasing and an offer from an MLS club is not ruled out.
A Season that could be Historic
Meanwhile, Atlético de Madrid are not thinking about his possible departure and have been meaning to strengthen their squad with the aim of being able to compete for all the titles again. Obviously, at the Metropolitano they are aware that Antoine Griezmann's departure is getting closer and closer and they need a reliable replacement. That role can be played by Julián Alvarez , who seems destined to become the cornerstone of the project.
The Frenchman has already scored two goals this season and his target would be to reach 200 goals for Atlético. In addition, there are many titles at stake this season and Antoine Griezmann wants to win one of them again with Atlético. Tonight will be his debut in the new Champions League format against Leipzig, looking to improve on the performance of recent years.