Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann has reiterated that he wanted to move to Major League Soccer in the future.
The France international has spent the best part of a decade at the top end of European football representing either Real Sociedad, Atletico or Barcelona.
During that time, Griezmann has established himself as one of La Liga's best players since the turn of the Millennium and Atletico's greatest in their history.
A total of 158 goals and 76 assists have been contributed in 344 appearances, while the playmaker still possesses just under three years left on his contract.
Nevertheless, now at the age of 32, Griezmann has continued to plan ahead and has already acknowledged in public that he would like to play in the USA at some stage of his career.
© Reuters
In recent months, the Saudi Pro League has emerged as a realistic alternative to MLS with an increasing number of star names moving to the Middle East.
However, despite being able to earn more money with a stint in Saudi Arabia, Griezmann has his sights set on representing an American team sooner rather than later.
Speaking to reporters, as quoted by GOAL, Griezmann said: "Saudi Arabia? I understand those who have to go there; we're talking about incredible sums of money.
"Could I go? I have a family, three children. It's not an easy decision to make. The MLS is still my priority."
© Reuters
Griezmann remains a key part of Diego Simeone's side at Wanda Metropolitano, starting each of Atletico's opening three La Liga fixtures in 2023-24.
At whatever point Griezmann takes on a new challenge could be dependent on any transfer fee offered to Atletico, who have recently had to work hard to balance the books.
In the summer, club officials opted to target free agents and players with modest asking prices, while still generating substantial funds through sales and reducing their wage bill.
Griezmann returned to the club for €40m, although Atletico may struggle to recoup a fee in that region with the legendary figure turning 33 in March.
Darren Plant
