Diego Simeone, who managed Atlético de Madrid from 2011 to 2026, has spoken about his relationship with French forward Antoine Griezmann. Simeone described Griezmann as a "genius" and said that their relationship was "fantastic". Griezmann played for the Atlético de Madrid from 2014 to 2019, before joining FC Barcelona. He returned to the club in 2021 and continued to score important goals for the team.
Griezmann's second stint at Atlético de Madrid came to an end in June 2026, when he joined Orlando City in the United States. Simeone has now lost one of his most prized players, and he admits that it will be difficult to replace him. "A player with such characteristics and aura, there's no one else like him," Simeone said. Griezmann's departure marks the end of an era at Atlético de Madrid, and Simeone's comments serve as a testament to the impact the French forward had on the club.
Simeone's 15-year tenure at Atlético de Madrid came to an end in June 2026, when he left the club. Griezmann's move to Orlando City marks a new chapter in his career, and it remains to be seen how he will adapt to life in the United States.