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Juventus reportedly eyeing Antoine Griezmann. Attacker Barcelona it was deemed suitable as a substitute Cristiano Ronaldo.
It is known that Ronaldo’s contract at Juventus still remains until 2022. However, the 36-year-old could leave Turin this summer if the Bianconeri fail to qualify for the Champions League next season.
Juventus also began to look for alternatives if Ronaldo left. And according to daily reports Sport, the choice fell on Griezmann. It’s just that, the Old Lady wants to take it on loan first for a season.
This is due to financial conditions Juventus which is not so good right now. Even so, salary Griezmann which is lower than Ronaldo will be fully borne by the Bianconeri, and this is expected to facilitate Juventus’ move to bring Griezmann.
Barcelona himself wants to start a new project next season. For the attack line, there is the name Sergio Aguero who is heavily reported to be coming to Camp Nou to have a duet with Lionel Messi. In addition, there is also Memphis Depay, who since last year has been linked with the Blaugrana.
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Griezmann has never been separated from rumors of leaving while at Barcelona. Photo: Getty Images / David Ramos– |
If one or both of them are joined to Barcelona, and Messi defends too, there is a possibility that Griezmann will be eliminated. This will pave the way for Juventus.
It’s just that, at this time it is not known whether Griezmann is open to this opportunity or not. The French player is known to still have a contract at Barcelona until 2024.
In his second season with Barcelona, Griezmann look better than last season. Playing 50 times, he managed to score 19 goals and 12 assists. Last season, he only packed 15 goals and 4 assists in 48 matches.
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