MLS club Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is currently engaged in discussions to secure the services of French international forward Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid, sources have confirmed. The talks have been ongoing with the potential transfer seen as a matter of when, not if, and could materialize in future windows.

The summer transfer window for MLS closes on August 14, creating a time crunch for LAFC to finalize a deal. Atletico Madrid's summer transfer activities could play a significant role in determining Griezmann's immediate future at the club, although sources suggest a move to LAFC is being seriously considered.

With Griezmann being out of contract after the 2024-25 season, LAFC has the flexibility to trigger his release clause of €10 million this summer. Talks regarding the fee are underway, with a potential agreement that might fall below the release clause figure. The decision ultimately rests with the player should LAFC activate the release clause.

Atletico Madrid is reportedly valuing Griezmann while considering attacking reinforcements. The club has already made strategic signings and is in advanced negotiations to secure Argentina international forward Julian Alvarez from Manchester City.

If the negotiations for Alvarez are successful, moves within the team hierarchy are anticipated, such as the transfer of Samu Omorodion to Chelsea for a €40m fee, further impacting Griezmann's role within the squad.

Griezmann, boasting a remarkable career record for both club and country, is considered one of the most prolific forwards at both levels. His potential arrival at LAFC would see him join forces with compatriots Denis Bouanga and Olivier Giroud, promising a formidable attacking force within the MLS.

Having expressed his interest in a future move to MLS, Griezmann's arrival at LAFC could potentially make for one of the most star-studded lineups in the league, potentially rivaled only by Lionel Messi's Inter Miami.

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