Antoine Griezmann is going through a tough patch in his second stint at Atlético de Madrid. After a series of underwhelming performances in key matches, the board has started to question his future with the club. His display in the double-elimination against Real Madrid in the Champions League, coupled with his poor performance against Barcelona last Sunday, has raised doubts about his future at the Metropolitano.

Since his last goal on February 1st against Mallorca, Griezmann has failed to find the back of the net, which is worrying both the fans and the management. Despite being the outfield player with the most minutes played, with a total of 3,020, his offensive contribution has significantly dropped in 2025. Other forwards, like Julián Álvarez and Alexander Sørloth, with less playtime, have better goal-scoring records.

Possible Move to MLS

Griezmann is contracted with Atlético de Madrid until June 2026, but it seems unlikely he will fulfill his contract. There are rumors that the Frenchman is eyeing a new challenge in MLS, with Los Angeles FC being his most likely destination. In California, the forward would reunite with his former French national team mates, Olivier Giroud and Hugo Lloris, which makes the move even more appealing.

A meeting is expected between Griezmann and the Atlético board this March to discuss his potential departure in the upcoming summer transfer window. While the club won’t stand in his way, understanding that he deserves a proper farewell, the player will need to address his lack of involvement in critical moments, like the losses to Barcelona.

Atlético Needs the Best Griezmann for the Final Stretch

With Atlético de Madrid still in the race for the LaLiga title and close to reaching the final of the Copa del Rey, the team needs to get the best out of Griezmann for the last ten matches of the season. Although the loss to Barcelona has complicated their league title bid, the possibility of a comeback remains, and the squad is confident that the Frenchman can step up in this decisive stretch.

The future of Antoine Griezmann hangs in the balance, and both he and Atlético de Madrid will need to make crucial decisions that will determine the outcome of their relationship.