Antoine Griezmann to join Orlando City as second highest-paid player in MLS

On March 24, Orlando City officially announced a deal to sign French international forward Antoine Griezmann. The contract, which takes effect in the summer, is set to run until the 2027-28 season with an option for an additional year. Griezmann is expected to earn 10 million euros annually, a significant increase from his current 9 million euro salary at Atletico Madrid. This salary structure makes him the second highest-paid player in Major League Soccer, trailing only Lionel Messi, who earns slightly over 17 million euros at Inter Miami. Within his new club, Griezmann will become the highest-paid player, significantly exceeding the current top salary of 3.45 million dollars held by Luis Muriel. International media outlets, including Portugal's A Bola and Brazil's O Globo, have confirmed these details based on reports from the United States. This transfer marks a notable financial development for the American league.