Overview
- Both Atlético de Madrid and Orlando City announced Tuesday that Griezmann will sign for Orlando and be registered in July 2026 on a two‑year contract with an option for a third season.
- Griezmann traveled to Florida with Atlético’s permission to finalize terms and will now return to compete in the Copa del Rey final and the Champions League quarterfinals before leaving this summer.
- Orlando listed him as a designated player, a roster slot that lets clubs pay above the league salary cap, and multiple outlets report he will arrive on a free transfer.
- The 35‑year‑old leaves as Atlético’s all‑time top scorer with 211 goals and told fans he will give everything through the end of the 2025–26 season.
- Orlando gains a headline rival for Inter Miami and Lionel Messi, with club officials calling the signing a statement of intent as MLS uses tools like “discovery rights” that gave Orlando priority to recruit him.