Antoine Griezmann set for Premier League despite Lionel Messi exit

Manchester United are interested in Barcelona star Antoine Griezmann and will make a move for the striker soon, according to reports.

Barcelona announced Lionel Messi’s departure from the club last week but still need to sell players to balance the books.

The Catalan club must reduce their wage bill and as one of the highest earners they are prepared to let Griezmann leave.

The Frenchman is being chased by United, who, according to Todofichajes, plan to make a low offer given the knowledge of Barca’s need to sell.

Griezmann, 30, is reportedly paid a gross salary of £32million a year, and getting that off the wage bill would greatly benefit Barcelona.

The forward is believed to be keen on a departure and has asked his agent to try and force an exit from the Nou Camp.

And after fans booed Griezmann’s arrival at the training ground following Messi’s departure he may be even more determined to make a move elsewhere.