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'Griezmann can decide' - Atletico Madrid president leaves farewell decision to striker

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo said it was up to Antoine Griezmann if he wanted the chance to bid farewell to the La Liga club.

Griezmann, 28, confirmed earlier this month he was leaving Atletico after five years with the club, with Barcelona reported to be his next destination.

In what is shaping as an exodus at Atletico, Diego Godin and Juanfran have both bid emotional farewells as several of the club's most recognizable and longest-serving stars are set to depart the team.

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However, Cerezo said it was up to Griezmann to decide if he wanted to do likewise after announcing his intention to leave the club.