A report said that Manchester City coach Guardiola may have decided to deal with an important transfer himself.
In what seems to be another turbulent offseason, Antoine Griezmann may have just received a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join one of the best clubs in the world today. When the Frenchman was still connected with Barcelona, Guardiola had already contacted him by phone, Plantar market Report. “International Business Times” was unable to independently verify this information.
The report said that the specific details of the telephone conversation have not been disclosed, but the citizen team boss contacted Griezmann to discuss his possible transfer to Manchester City.
In Barcelona, Griezmann’s current contract has three years left. However, it is no secret that he is one of the club’s highest paid stars.
Judging from the current situation, it seems likely that the La Liga team will soon fire some players to ensure the renewal of Lionel Messi’s contract, which has been Barcelona’s top priority this summer. Therefore, widespread rumors link Griezmann with leaving Camp Nou, Juventus It is said to be one of the clubs that pay close attention to his situation.
When talking about Griezmann’s future in Barcelona, Ronald Koeman recently admitted that he has no specific information about how the World Cup champion will develop.
“[Antoine] Griezmann is very important to me,” the Barcelona coach told movement“He is a great signing for Barcelona and has shown his strength.”
“He performed well and is a very good player,” he continued. “But I insist that I don’t know what decisions will be made.”
Before the transfer, Griezmann disclosed his relationship with Barcelona, especially his first season at the club.
According to the 30-year-old, indeed, Barcelona at the time made him feel irrelevant for the first time in his career.
“Yes it is [I was unhappy at Barcelona],” Griezmann told the French publication team last month. “For example, it makes me sad when you lose the title. It was also at the beginning of the season because I didn’t play in the competition, so I didn’t think I was important.”
“I’m used to everything-important games-I found myself sitting on the bench against Real Madrid,” he continued. “It’s annoying to see teammates warming up on the court with you by their side. But this is the coach’s decision. I have to accept and do my best to change his mind.”