Antoine Griezmann to Manchester United: Blockbuster £60million moves edges another step closer as Atletico Madrid star wants to be new David Beckham
Striker’s ‘image advisor’ claims he would the ideal fit at Old Trafford - and has his eye on Becks' iconic No 7 shirt
ANTOINE GRIEZMANN’S transfer to Manchester United moved a step closer as his key advisor claimed Old Trafford would be the ideal fit.
And the Atletico Madrid striker’s ‘image advisor’ Sebastien Bellencontre says Griezmann wants to follow hero David Beckham by wearing the iconic No 7 shirt at the Theatre of Dreams.
SunSport revealed in December how United are closing in on a £60million swoop for the France star.
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Bellencontre told So Foot magazine: “When I read articles about a hypothetical transfer to Manchester United I think it would be the ideal commercial scenario.
“He would play at David Beckham’s former club, which is his idol, with the same legendary number on his back.”
The No 7 jersey — worn by United greats Becks, George Best, Eric Cantona and Cristiano Ronaldo — is free after flop Memphis Depay was sold last month.
Jose Mourinho believes Griezmann, 25, is the missing link to turn his side into title contenders.
The Atleti striker’s brother Theo has sent tweets mentioning United, including a tribute yesterday to the victims of the Munich Air Disaster.
Griezmann’s interest in playing for Mourinho has strengthened and he is keen to link up at club level with pal Paul Pogba.