Griezmann extends contract with Atletico until 2022

Atletico Madrid star forward Antoine Griezmann extended his contract and will remain with the Spanish football club until June 30, 2022, ending a period of uncertainty about the future of the French international amid speculation about a possible 100 million euros ($112 million) move to Manchester United. The previous contract of the 26-year-old was to run till June 30, 2021. But with the player sticking with Atletico following the Court of Arbitration for Sport upholding a transfer ban on the club until January 2018, the Spanish outfit has rewarded Griezmann with a new contract. "Atlético de Madrid have reached an agreement with Antoine Griezmann for the extension of his contract for one more season," the club posted on its website. Griezmann, who had earlier spoken of his desire to win trophies — sparking

But with the player sticking with Atletico following the Court of Arbitration for Sport upholding a transfer ban on the club until January 2018, the Spanish outfit has rewarded Griezmann with a new contract. "Atlético de Madrid have reached an agreement with Antoine Griezmann for the extension of his contract for one more season," the club posted on its website. Griezmann, who had earlier spoken of his desire to win trophies — sparking rumours of his move to a new club — felt that his statements were misunderstood. According to reports, the new contract significantly increases

According to reports, the new contract significantly increases the his salary to around $250,000 per week, but it also maintains his buyout clause at 100 million euros. Agencies