As part of the rebuilding process at Estadio Vicente Calderon, Atletico have made some astute signings. The young France international has been turning in impressive performances for Real Sociedad over the past two seasons, earning himself the chance to try his hand at La Liga's reigning champions. Testament to Griezmann's talent, the decision of Franck Ribery to retire from Les Bleus action hasn't been taken as a true blow to Didier Deschamps' plans heading into the European Championship qualifiers. Favoured on the left-hand side of midfield as an out-and-out winger, he offers explosive pace and dribbling ability - of which we are bound to see plenty of during Los Colchoneros' Champions League campaign. While he is an excellent potential component during build-up play for a counter-attacking team such as Atleti, the Frenchman can convert too, rattling in 26 goals during his past two campaigns at the Anoeta.
