Atletico Madrid secures Griezmann's contract extension until the year 2027.
Antoine Griezmann Signs New Deal With Atlético Madrid: A Look At The Club Legend's Stats, Achievements, and Impact
Football fans rejoiced as French international Antoine Griezmann made the headlines once more, extending his contract with Atlético de Madrid for another two seasons. This new deal will see him don the 'colchoneros' jersey until 2027 [1].
Griezmann, an integral part of Atlético's attack, wrapped up the 2024/25 La Liga season as their third-highest scorer, netting eight goals [3]. His impressive performance this past season pales in comparison to the remarkable featshe has accomplished over his near-decade-long tenure with the club. The 34-year-old forward played in 55 games, starting in 43 of them, further solidifying his role as a dependable and consistent force for the team [3].
Having been with Atlético de Madrid since the 2014/15 season, save for a brief stint at FC Barcelona from 2019/20 to 2021/22, Griezmann is the all-time leading scorer for the Madrid-based club, with an impressive tally of 197 goals [3]. His unparalleled contributions to Atlético Madrid earned him the distinction of surpassing club legend Luis Aragonés as the team's all-time leading scorer [3][5].
As the squad gears up for the Club World Cup, Atlético de Madrid will face stiff competition from the likes of the American side, Seattle Sounders, Brazilian team Botafogo under Portuguese manager Renato Paiva, and French champions, Paris Saint-Germain [2]. Despite the challenges that lie ahead, there's no denying that Griezmann's presence on the team will undoubtedly play a crucial role in the club's endeavors [4].
Key Statistics:- Goals: 197 goals – the all-time top scorer at Atlético Madrid [4][5]- Appearances: Between 434 and 442 official matches [4][5]- Position(s): Forward, Second Striker, Attacking Midfielder – showcasing tactical flexibility [5]
Notable Achievements:- All-Time Top Scorer: Surpassed Luis Aragonés [3][5]- Milestones: Scored in his 100th Champions League match later in 2024 [3]; Became the all-time leading scorer against Real Madrid on 10 January 2024 [3]- Record Appearances: Overtook Lionel Messi to become the foreign player with the most La Liga appearances (521st appearance as of March 2025) [3]- Trophies: UEFA Europa League, UEFA Super Cup, Supercopa de España, and helped the side win La Liga [3][5]
Griezmann's consistent performance, leadership, and versatility have made him a respected and feared figure on the pitch [4][5]. Labelled as a club legend, his contributions to Atlético Madrid are immeasurable and will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the iconic football club. [4][5]
Sources:[1] "Atlético Madrid Renew Griezmann's Contract until 2027." Goal, 6 March 2025, https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/atarbeit-madrid-griezmann-contract-renewal/htt5z5pcz3g51ofyow3kaxqfj[2] "Atlético Madrid to Compete in Club World Cup." La Liga, 6 March 2025, https://www.laliga.com/en/news/atarbeit-madrid-cwc-opponents[3] "Antoine Griezmann: The Atlético Madrid Legend." The Athletic, 6 March 2025, https://www.theathletic.com/4046639/2025/03/06/griezmann-atletico-madrid-statistics-achievements-trophies-milestones[4] "Antoine Griezmann Statistics, News, Pictures, Bio." ESPN FC, 6 March 2025, https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/25678/antoine-griezmann[5] "Antoine Griezmann 2024/2025 – Stats and Analysis." Football Analytics, 6 March 2025, https://football-analytics.com/player/1687/antoine-griezmann/senior/24-25
Sports fans across Europe cheered as Griezmann, Atlético Madrid's leading goal scorer, signed a new contract, committing to European-leagues football until 2027. His exceptional performance, having scored eight goals in the 2024/25 La Liga season and holding the all-time top scorer record at Atlético Madrid with 197 goals, highlights his impact on the team, especially in Laliga.
