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Griezmann denies Barcelona talks but sets deadline for future decision

The France international has rubbished reports suggesting transfer plans are in place, but does want his situation resolved before the World Cup

Antoine Griezmann insists Barcelona are not in talks to sign him from Atletico Madrid, but he does want a decision on his future to be made before the World Cup.

The France international, who spent much of 2017 being heavily linked with Manchester United, continues to spark speculation regarding a summer switch to Camp Nou.

Atletico have attempted to quash the gossip at regular intervals, with club president Enrique Cerezo announcing in March that he expects Griezmann to honour a contract through to 2022.