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Jun102019 by JBNo Comments

Jan Oblak tells Atletico Madrid he wants to join Manchester United

Jan Oblak wants to leave Atletico Madrid this summer window and is interested in joining Manchester United, according to reports. The 26-year-old has established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in world football and recently signed a new deal with Atletico in April which includes a €120 million buyout clause. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But speaking last week, Jan Oblak fired warning to Atletico that he is ready to leave if the club’s hierarchy decide to sell their vital players. ‘I will stay at Atletico as long as their ambitions match mine,’ he said. ‘And some people might think their ambitions have lowered, as big players have left. ‘I am sure the club will do everything possible to sign quality players. When I signed my new cont...

Sep192018 by JBNo Comments

‘Ignorance is always bold:’ Sergio Ramos blasts Griezmann over Messi and Ronaldo claims

Premier League, La Liga

Sergio Ramos went for Atletico Madrid 's Antoine Griezmann in his media conference ahead of Wednesday's first Champions League game with Roma, claiming the player was 'ignorant'. Ramos was asked: 'What do you think about Griezmann saying he now eats at the same table as [Lionel] Messi and [Cristiano] Ronaldo? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He replied with a Spanish refrain: 'Ignorance is always bold'. 'They are more of a team without Cristiano': Before adding: 'When I hear this kid talking I think about Totti, Buffon, Iker Casillas, Raul, Andres Iniesta and Xavi who have homes full of trophies but never won a Balon D'Or.' Atletico Madrid host the final of this campaign's Champions League and Ramos also grinned: 'Playing the final at the Wanda Metro...

Sep172018 by JBNo Comments

Griezmann: I’m on the same level as Messi and Ronaldo

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Antoine Griezmann claimed he is on the same level as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as he set his sights on winning the Ballon d'Or, despite conceding he can still make improvements to his game. The France international missed out on the three-man shortlist for FIFA's The Best award, the winner of which will be announced on September 24, but he is still feeling confident of being named the world's best player later in the year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "I think the Ballon d'Or has more prestige and history," he told AS. "There's three months left to give everything. "It is clear that I am a different player than Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar or [Kylian] Mbappe. I'm at the top but I can improve. "I seek to be as complete as possible. I'm...

Sep72018 by JBNo Comments

Antoine Griezmann explains why he rejected Barcelona transfer

Transfer Info, La Liga

Antoine Griezmann admits it was difficult to reject a move to Barcelona but insists he feels "love" at Atletico Madrid. The France star was heavily linked with the Barca before the World Cup but revealed in June he would be staying at Atletico through a video message entitled 'The Decision' . Griezmann agonised for some time over his future, with Barca reportedly ready to pay his £89m release clause in order to add him to their attack. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, the 27-year-old is confident he made the right decision, telling L'Equipe: "It's like when you get love at home. You're not going to go anywhere else. "At the club, they've done everything to make me feel good, including efforts to sign important players and create a great team....

May152018 by JBNo Comments

Zidane backs Marseille to dedeat Atletico Madrid in Europa League final

La Liga, Ligue 1

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has backed Marseille to win the Europa League final against his team's local rivals Atletico Madrid. Zidane is from the La Castellane neighbourhood in north Marseille, although never played for the club, but he told reporters at a charity event that they can win France's first European club trophy since 1996. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "It's a great performance to have reached the final," Zidane said. "They have had a great run. A final is decided on the small details. They're two big clubs going head to head, two institutions, but OM have the means to win. "I don't have any advice to give even though I know Atletico. I believe in Marseille's chances." The game, at Lyon's Groupama Stadium, will be Marseille's ...

May82018 by JBNo Comments

Barcelona confirm talks with Griezmann’s agent

Transfer Info, La Liga

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has confirmed he held talks with Antoine Griezmann's agent in October. The France international has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona at the end of the season, with Luis Suarez hinting last week that a deal could have been agreed. Although Atletico manager Diego Simeone denied what Suarez said, Griezmann – who has a €100 million release clause in his contract – is expected to resolve his future before the World Cup in June. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Barca's pursuit of Griezmann made Atletico to complain to FIFA over improper conduct in December, though they denied their claims. But Bartomeu says contact was made with the 27-year-old's agent early this season, telling RAC 1: "I saw Griezmann on...

May42018 by JBNo Comments

Ozil had ‘sleepless night’ after Arsenal’s defeat to Atletico Madrid

Premier League

Mesut Ozil has spoken out after Arsenal’s disappointing loss to Atletico Madrid in the semi-final of the Europa League. The Gunners missed a big chance to take a lead in the first leg of the match against a 10-man Atletico side and the match ended 1-1. In the second leg, Diego Costa returned to score the only goal of the game at the Wanda Metropolitano. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It was a bad night for Arsenal as Wenger’s last opportunity to lift a trophy with the club faded away and Ozil faced a wave of criticism for his performance. ‘What a frustrating, sleepless night in Madrid!’ Ozil posted on Instagram on Friday evening. ‘This was our last chance to win a trophy this season, our last chance to lift another silverware with our boss. ‘S...

Apr272018 by JBNo Comments

Griezmann addresses possible Atletico exit

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League, Trending, UEFA

Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann has revealed he is in talks with the club, as speculations over a possible move to Barcelona continue to fill the air. The France international's goalscoring abilities have made him one of Europe’s hottest players. Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United have been linked with the Frenchman. And speaking after scoring 10-man Atletico's 1-1 draw with Arsenal in their Europa League semi-final first leg, he said: (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "My future with Atletico? We are talking with the club to see what we can do," Griezmann toldCOPE after the match at the Emirates Stadium. Atletico were reduced to 10 men on the pitch less than 10 minutes into the game when Sime Vrsaljko received his secon...