French superstar Antoine Griezmann is set to make a sensational move to Major League Soccer (MLS), with a €15 million release clause in his Atletico Madrid contract keeping American clubs on high alert. Griezmann previously has been on the watchlist of Inter Miami, and knwo it seems inevitable that the star player will join Lionel Messi.

Despite being 33 years old, Griezmann continues to be a standout performer for Atletico Madrid. The French forward, who was pivotal in France's 2018 World Cup triumph, initially moved from Atletico to Barcelona in a blockbuster €120 million (£102m/$130m) deal in the summer of 2019. However, his time at Camp Nou didn't go as planned, prompting a return to Atletico in 2022 for a much-reduced fee of €20 million (£17m/$22m) following an initial loan spell. Last season, Griezmann proved he still has plenty to offer, scoring 24 goals in 48 appearances across all competitions.

Interest in Griezmann is not waning despite his age. L’Equipe reports that MLS teams and top European clubs are keeping a close eye on him, largely due to the relatively modest €15 million (£13m/$16m) release clause in his contract. This makes the prospect of signing the French forward financially feasible for many clubs, especially those in MLS looking to elevate their profile and quality.

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Antoine Griezmann's perspective

However, a move in 2024 seems unlikely. Griezmann himself has expressed a strong desire to stay at Atletico Madrid for the foreseeable future. As he prepared for the European Championships, Griezmann stated, “I have had offers and calls but I have been clear – I want to stay at Atletico. I made a lot of effort to come back and be accepted. I want it to be my last club in Europe.”

Griezmann has previously shown interest in playing in the United States. It has been speculated that he could join his former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi at Inter Miami when he eventually decides to leave Atletico and Europe. The idea of reuniting with Messi, who has already made headlines in MLS, is an exciting prospect for fans on both sides of the Atlantic.

While Griezmann is committed to Atletico Madrid for now, the allure of MLS remains strong. His potential move to the United States would not only boost the profile of MLS but also offer Griezmann a new challenge in the later stages of his career. For now, though, his focus remains on contributing to Atletico Madrid and preparing for international duties with France.

As the 2024 season approaches, clubs in MLS will continue to monitor Griezmann's situation. The combination of his release clause and his previous comments about playing in the U.S. suggest that a move could eventually materialize, potentially reuniting him with Lionel Messi and adding another chapter to his illustrious career. For now, fans will watch closely to see how long Griezmann stays in Madrid and when he might finally make the jump to MLS.