Griezmann Chooses Loyalty Over Departure, Aiming to Break Atlético’s Scoring Record
At a recent moment of reflection, Antoine Griezmann spoke about his drive to climb higher in Atlético de Madrid’s history. He told his sister that he wasn’t moving from the club, even when the possibility of a transfer loomed. The 15-goal gap to the club’s all-time leading scorer became a personal mission, a target he intended to beat with persistence and belief.
Griezmann could have left Atlético when opportunities arose, yet his decision to stay has a clear and powerful motivation: making enduring history with Los Colchoneros at the Metropolitano stadium. In the current landscape of Spanish football, becoming the top scorer for a storied club like Atlético carries prestige and significance. That is the challenge that keeps the French forward consistently at the center of attention for supporters and analysts alike.
In a recent interview, the France international, now 32, highlighted his track record with Atlético. He has accumulated 158 goals for the club and contributed 76 assists in all competitions. His goal tally breaks down to 113 in La Liga, 26 in the Champions League, six in the Europa League, and 13 in the Copa del Rey, with no goals yet in the Spanish or European Super Cup matches.
In the club’s historical frame, Griezmann sits just behind the two men who lead the way for Atlético: Luis Aragonés and Adrián Escudero. Aragonés holds the top spot with 172 goals, followed by Escudero with 169. This places Griezmann third in the all-time scoring list for Atlético, a status published by the club on its official channels and widely acknowledged by sports outlets that cover European football.
With 14 more goals required to match Aragonés and 15 to surpass him, Griezmann’s path is clear. Aragonés achieved his landmark after 368 appearances, while Griezmann has reached 344 appearances in his Atlético career so far. The pursuit is as much about consistency and timing as it is about sheer talent, and it continues to captivate fans across North America who follow La Liga closely.
The next milestone may come soon, and it would not be surprising to see Atlético’s supporters rally behind the team as the striker eyes a moment that could redefine his legacy at the club. This is more than a numbers game; it is a narrative of loyalty, perseverance, and the enduring appeal of a hometown club that values history as much as present success.
Source: Goal