09 May 2015 10:27:02
With all the rumours on Griezmann wanting a move to Chelsea, dare I dream that there is at least a realistic chance that he could be Chelsea blue next season? With Ed's latest update and all the rumours flying in there seems to be genuine interest, crossing my fingers for this one, I usually don't get drawn into signings and all but I just think he could be the one to settle our RW position that has been left begging since Robben left.
{Ed002's Note - Griezmann only moved last summer, and Atletico has no intention of selling unless a very significant fee is offered. Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United previously looked at the player (when he was at Real Sociedad). Whilst Griezmann has said on a number of occasions that he has no plans to leave Spain anytime soon, he has said he would be interested in a move to Chelsea if the opportunity arose. Chelsea would need to pay more than his release clause to make any such deal happen, but with interest in other players not looking fruitful, I expect them to make an offer for Griezmann. Atletico have a replacement in mind. Both PSG and Bayern Munich would also be very interested if he became available - but I doubt that PSG will be in a position to do any sort of deal, even though they are desparate for a high-end French player, and Bayern Munich are looking to him for a specific role that they have another player in mind for.}
09 May 2015 11:17:41
Thanks a lot Ed002, really appreciated. Good to know we have genuine interest and he seems rather interested himself. :)
09 May 2015 11:56:59
Why would we need to pay above the release clause? Does it not apply to certain teams or countries?
{Ed002's Note - The release clause is of no consequence to teams outside of Spain unless it coincides with the price that the club will accept for the player.}
09 May 2015 12:38:43
Now that's what I call interesting :-) great player.
Also fun to read that he'd be interested in joining Chelsea specifically. I don't know why he'd say that but it's great to hear that good/great players want to join us.
{Ed002's Note - He said it because he was asked about his interest in moving to England or to France.}
09 May 2015 13:25:22
Thanks Ed :) It's a good thing to hear.