Griezmann's Bold MLS Leap: A Legendary Madrid chapter closes as Orlando City beckons
24 March 2026
Griezmann's MLS Move: Atlético's all-time record-setter starts a new chapter in the United States
Atlético Madrid has officially confirmed that Antoine Griezmann, the club's all-time top scorer, will move to a new club ahead of the upcoming season. The move marks the end of a long, storied chapter in Madrid.
The club stated that Griezmann is transferring to Orlando City SC in the United States, bringing his production and experience to MLS.
Griezmann used a short break from first-team duties to travel to Orlando and finalize contract arrangements with the MLS side, a little vacation and a lot of paperwork rolled into one sunny trip.
A look back at Griezmann's Atlético Madrid era and legacy
Atlético's announcement notes that the French forward ends a ten-year spell with the club to begin a fresh challenge in the United States this coming summer, after a career rich with milestones.
Griezmann arrived from Real Sociedad in July 2014 and went on to become Atlético's all-time top scorer with 211 goals, surpassing the previous record of 173 held by Luis Aragones, while ranking fourth for appearances with 488.
Atlético's statement also celebrated the trophies Griezmann helped win, including the Spanish Super Cup in 2014, and the Europa League and UEFA Super Cup in 2018. The club recalled unforgettable moments for Atlético fans and noted that his legacy will endure as he begins a new MLS chapter.
Punchline 1: Griezmann to Orlando is so stylish that even the sunshine seems to brighten the day.
Punchline 2: If MLS stands for More Sunshine, Griezmann just wrote the first chapter titled Goodbye Madrid, Hello Orlando.
