It happened once before, precisely seven years ago, following the release of the documentary La Decisión, in which Antoine Griezmann announced his decision to remain with Atlético de Madrid. Ironically, he left the club a year later. Ignoring his wife’s advice—“If you stay, you become history; if you leave, you’re just another player”—he ventured to Barcelona, seeking new grounds but failing to secure a position alongside Messi. Instead of finding camaraderie, he nearly saw his place shattered.
The Complex Journey of Griezmann’s Career Moves
Returning with a changed mindset, Griezmann managed to reconcile with some teammates, yet despite scoring numerous goals, certain relationships remained irreparably damaged—when your heart is broken, things are never quite the same. The prospect of his departure before the season concludes could significantly unsettle Atlético Madrid supporters, who might feel betrayed considering his turbulent history.