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Transfers: Griezmann to PSG, Sarkozy spilled the beans

And Marciano

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Holder of a Master's degree in international law, I realized at the end of my university career that it was important to evolve in a field that you appreciate. Overnight, I decided to put an end to my parents' dream, who saw in me a future lawyer, to make a living from my passion: sport. Since then, I have covered transfer windows and sports news, trying to keep readers informed as best as possible.

Former President of the Republic, Nicolas Sarkozy has always been close to the PSG staff. Friend of Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, he regularly walks the corridors of the Parc des Princes. And on May 14, 2016, the politician released a revelation about Antoine Griezmann, then targeted to succeed Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

In May 2016, the PSG activates to search for the successor of Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The names are numerous, that of Antoine Griezmann is cited by the daily The Team. Big fan of the Parisian club, Nicolas Sarkozy was obviously made aware of the publication of this article. In the corridors of Princes Parkhe would then have reestablished the truth on this matter Griezmann.

Sarkozy was right

« It's nonsense. I can't tell you the recruitment for next season even if I know it, but Antoine Griezmann will never come to PSG » the former President of the Republic would have confided, off-key, to journalists present at the stadium.

This is why the deal fell through

This Tuesday, the daily confirms that discussions had started between the PSG et Griezmann during the spring of 2016. On the other hand, the former French international was not sensitive to the Parisian approach and ended up extending his contract’Atlético on the advice of his former representative, Eric Olhats.

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