Griezmann signs contract extension with Atlético Madrid

June 24, 2016

Yesterday, Spanish capital club announced the contract extension of 25-year-old French forward. Griezmann has played for the Rojiblancos for two seasons and now the current contract runs through June 2021.

Griezmann joined Atlético from in 2014. Since then, the Frenchman has scored 57 goals, including 44 La Liga goals. He was Atlético Madrid's top scorer for two consecutive years. Last month, he played the UEFA Champions League final against city rivals Real Madrid and scored seven goals in reaching the final.

After the contract extension, Atlético's sporting director praised the Frenchman and said.

Spanish newspaper  reported Griezmann's release clause will rise to €100 million.