Overview
- An announcement Tuesday by Orlando City and Atlético Madrid confirmed Griezmann’s move on a two-year contract starting July 2026 with a club option for 2028-29.
- He will finish the season with Atlético and arrive when MLS’s summer window opens July 13, pending a medical, an International Transfer Certificate, and a U.S. P-1 work visa.
- Atlético said it permitted the forward to travel to Florida during a short team break to finalize contract details with Orlando.
- Multiple outlets, including Fabrizio Romano and Spanish reports, say Atlético will allow a free transfer despite Griezmann’s deal running through June 2027.
- Griezmann leaves as Atlético’s all-time top scorer, with 211 goals in 488 games across 10 seasons for the club.