French Forward Antoine Griezmann Joins Orlando City in Blockbuster MLS Move
Star striker Antoine Griezmann leaves Atlético Madrid after 10 years to sign a multi-year deal with MLS club Orlando City SC.
French superstar Antoine Griezmann has agreed to leave Atlético Madrid and join MLS club Orlando City SC in a blockbuster move. The 35-year-old forward, who has spent the last 10 years with Atlético, will join the Florida club in July 2026 on a deal that runs through the 2027-28 season, with an option for 2028-29.
Griezmann, one of the most recognizable faces in world football, is set to bring his considerable talent and experience to the MLS as the league continues to attract top-level international stars. His impending arrival in Orlando will undoubtedly generate significant buzz and excitement among MLS fans, who will be eager to see the French icon showcase his skills on American soil.
The move comes as a surprise to many, as Griezmann had been a mainstay at Atlético Madrid for the past decade, establishing himself as one of the club's all-time greats. However, the lure of a new challenge in the United States, coupled with the opportunity to be a marquee signing for Orlando City, appears to have been too tempting for the French forward to pass up.
Source: The Guardian
