Five years ago today became an unmissable point in the history of FC Barcelona.On July 14, 2019, the name of a French soccer star was forever etched in the history of the Catalan giants - Antoni
Griezmann (name)
On this day it officially became
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Barcelona's official account took to the social media platform to share a precious moment from Griezmann's debut, a photo full of hope and new beginnings that signaled the dawn of a new era. At the time, Griezmann moved from Atletico Madrid to Camp Nou for a transfer fee of a whopping 120 million euros, a figure that was undoubtedly sensational at the time.
However, Griezmann's journey at Barcelona has not been a smooth one. Despite playing 102 games for the team and contributing 35 goals and 17 assists during his time with the club, his performances did not quite live up to expectations. Between 2021 and 2023, he was loaned back to his old club Atletico Madrid, and officially returned to Bedlam in July 2023 for a permanent transfer fee of €22 million.
Griezmann's experience at Barcelona has been a complex one, with both highs and lows that have challenged him. His years at the Camp Nou saw him grow and showed what he could do in the top flight. Now he has returned to the familiarity of Atletico Madrid and continues to show his talent on the soccer field.
Five years has been a significant journey for both Griezmann and Barcelona. While the results may not have been what everyone hoped for, the experiences during this time have undoubtedly enriched the footballing story of both sides. In the future, wherever Griezmann is, his chapter at Barcelona will be remembered as part of the fans' memories.
