Resolution Criteria

The MLS 2026 season has begun, and the market resolves YES if Griezmann plays in at least one competitive match for Orlando City before December 31, 2026. This includes regular season, playoff, and cup competition matches. Resolution will be verified through official MLS records, ESPN, or other major sports databases. The market resolves NO if Griezmann does not play a competitive match for Orlando City by EOY 2026, including if the transfer does not occur.

Background

Orlando City SC are in advanced discussions over a potential move for Antoine Griezmann, with the Major League Soccer side targeting the forward for their open designated player slot. Griezmann is understood to be unlikely to leave Atletico before the summer transfer window, with all parties focused on the current campaign. Atletico doesn't intend to allow him to leave until the European summer transfer window opens in June 15, and due to misalignment of transfer windows, Orlando wouldn't be permitted to bring him in until July 13. The forward is Atletico's all-time leading scorer and remains an influential figure under Diego Simeone.

Considerations

Griezmann is under contract with Atlético until 2027, and Griezmann has long insisted that he wants to stay at Atlético until he wins a major domestic trophy, and the Rojiblancos are 90 minutes away from reaching April's Copa del Rey final. While nothing has been agreed to between Griezmann and Orlando City, the timing of any potential move means Griezmann would likely not join Orlando until mid-July at the earliest, leaving limited time for him to appear in competitive matches before the end of 2026.

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