France's Antoine Griezmann controls the ball next to Germany's Lahm during their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro
France's Antoine Griezmann (R) controls the ball next to Germany's Philipp Lahm during their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro July 4, 2014. REUTERS/Pilar Olivares

Premier League clubs Liverpool and Arsenal suffered a blow as Real Sociedad winger Antoine Griezmann, who rumoured to be on their wish list, opted to move to Atletico Madrid.

The 23-year-old, who started three of France's five World Cup matches, which includes the 1-nil quarter-finals loss to Germany, had been solid fixture for La Real.

His scoring output rose consistently from 6 during his days in the Segunda Division in 2009 to 16 last season, coupled with 4 assists, in the La Liga.

"Atlético de Madrid and Real Sociedad have reached an agreement for the transfer of Antoine Griezmann," a statement read on Atleti's official Website.

"The young French football player will undergo the corresponding medical examination before signing the contract with our Club."

Griezmann will suggestedly cost the Rojiblancos £27million, should the deal push through.

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