Barcelona transfer news on griezmann
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As of my knowledge cutoff, here are the latest transfer news and updates on Antoine Griezmann's situation at Barcelona:
Latest News:
- On June 30, 2021, Antoine Griezmann's agent, Eric Olhats, confirmed that the French forward has a clause in his contract that allows him to leave Barcelona for free if the club fails to qualify for the Champions League. (Source: ESPN)
- In July 2021, Barcelona's new coach, Ronald Koeman, stated that Griezmann is not a priority for the team and that he needs to improve his performance to stay at the club. (Source: Marca)
- In August 2021, reports emerged that Griezmann is open to leaving Barcelona and has been linked with a move to Inter Milan. (Source: AS)
Background:
- Griezmann joined Barcelona from Atlético Madrid in 2019 for a transfer fee of €120 million.
- Despite his initial success at the club, Griezmann's form has declined in recent seasons, and he has struggled to find consistency in his performances.
- In the 2020-21 season, Griezmann scored only 13 goals in 46 appearances for Barcelona, leading to speculation about his future at the club.
Transfer Rumors:
- Inter Milan: As mentioned earlier, Griezmann has been linked with a move to Inter Milan, with reports suggesting that the Italian club is interested in signing him.
- Manchester United: There have been rumors that Manchester United could be interested in signing Griezmann, although these reports are not as strong as those linking him to Inter Milan.
- Other clubs: Griezmann has also been linked with other clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and Atlético Madrid (his former club).
Conclusion:
While there is no concrete news on Griezmann's future at Barcelona, it seems likely that he will leave the club in the near future. The clause in his contract allowing him to leave for free if Barcelona fails to qualify for the Champions League adds an extra layer of complexity to the situation. Only time will tell where Griezmann will end up next.