Antoine Griezmann is mulling over a possible move to the Premier League, and Chelsea are interested in the Frenchman.
The Blues’ interest in Griezmann dates back as far as a year ago when Jose Mourinho wanted to reunite Deigo Costa, Filipe Luis, Thibaut Courtois, Toby Alderweireld and Griezmann at Stamford Bridge. Manchester United are also interested in the Frenchman.
However, the latest reports coming from the Daily Mail indicate that there’s some level of concern over Griezmann’s suitability to the Premier League and it’s physicality.
Those close to the French international have suggested that the Atletico Madrid forward is “not ready for a move to England and would find the division’s physicality tough to handle.”
This warning adds to the already-growing price tag that Griezmann has incurred in a season which he has netted 29 goals in all competitions and 10 since the end of February.
Griezmann has been advised to remain at the Vicente de Calderon for at least another season, where he’ll be promised Champions League football in 2016-17 — whereas Chelsea will not be able to offer him that luxury and Manchester United are still struggling to make the top four, even with the recent form of Manchester City and Arsenal.
The Frenchman’s frantic pace and knack for goal would certainly be welcomed by incoming manager Antonio Conte, who will face the tall task of rebounding the Blues from an abysmal title defence.
