Atletico Madrid have released an official statement outlining their intention to open legal proceedings regarding Antoine Griezmann's move to Barcelona.
The French forward signed for the Blaugrana on Friday, July 12, with the Catalan side having paid the striker's €120 million release clause.
Atleti, however, have taken issue despite said clause being met in full, pointing to negotiations - and an agreement - between the player and Barca taking place when Griezmann's buyout clause was still set at €200m.
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Posted on their official website, the statement reads:
"Antoine Griezmann, represented by his lawyer, appeared at the headquarters of Liga de Futbol Profesional (LFP) to terminate the contract that bound the player to Atletico Madrid, with Barcelona having deposited the amount of €120 million on behalf of the player.