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Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has played down speculation that Antoine Griezmann is on his way to Manchester United in the summer, arguing he does not believe any rivals would meet the Frenchman's £85m release clause.
This follows Griezmann's recent admission that he is “ready to leave” the La Liga side and that a move to United is “possible”.
Having avoided questions on his future at the Vicente Calderon throughout the past season, the Frenchman’s stance has now drastically changed following another campaign of limited success at the club.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratingsShow all 22 1 /22Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Andre Onana - 6 Was little he could have done about United's first but could have more assertive for the second.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Joel Veltman - 6 Got forward well and was quick to press. Solid on the back foot too but could have done more going forward.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Davinson Sánchez - 6 Guilty of some sloppy passing and decision-making but redeemed himself as the game wore on. Notably impressed with two fantastic recoveries to limit the damage.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Matthijs de Ligt - 7 Looked far more assured and confident than his older partner. Firm in his challenges and looked remarkably comfortable going up against United's big names. A few mistakes here and there but a promising display in all.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Jairo Riedewald - 6 Got forward more but his side would have benefited from deliveries.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Davy Klaassen - 6 Had limited say on the game. Kept the Ajax midfield ticking over but it wasn't to be enough.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Lasse Schöne - 6 Enjoyed plenty of possession but, like so many of Ajax's players, struggled to make more of it.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Hakim Ziyech - 6 Did well to open up the game for Ajax with his expansive passing. Unable to offer little more, though.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Bertrand Traoré - 7 One of the few Ajax players capable of penetrating United's backline. Threatened with his pace and weaving runs. Kept United defence on their toes.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Kasper Dolberg - 5 An underwhelming evening from the forward. Had very little impact on the game and looked far too isolated. Taken off after the hour mark.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Amin Younes - 7 Showed his potential early on after getting the better of Herrera with some quick feet. Easy to see what he’s been called up to the Germany squad. Faded as the game wore on though.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Sergio Romero - 6 Rarely tested by the opponents. Safe pair of hands when called upon.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Antonio Valencia - 8 A captain's performance from Valencia. Embraced the responsibility of leading out his men and led by example. Made all the right decisions and was rock for the full 90 minutes.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Chris Smalling - 7 Dominated in the air and impressed with his defensive reading of the game.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Daley Blind - 7 Held his ground at the back and seemed to enjoy his battles with Ajax's front men. Solid throughout. Passing on point, too.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Matteo Darmian - 6 Struggled to cope with Traore's pace for much of the match and was beaten on more than one occasion by the forward. Nothing disastrous, though.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Ander Herrera - 7 Broke up Ajax's play as expected and linked up well with United's players ahead of him.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Paul Pogba - 8 Enjoyed a strong start and went on to dominate from the centre of the park. A fortunate goal but seized the opportunity to get his shot off. He looked fresh, lively and willing to take the game by the scruff of the neck.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Juan Mata - 6 Went under the radar somewhat. Stuck to the basics and drew some fouls but nothing standout from the Spaniard.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Marouane Fellaini - 7 Could have added a third later on in the game but squandered his chance. Aggressive and assured, it was a typical performance from the Belgian.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Henrikh Mkhitaryan - 7 Fulfilled his defensive duties and was a menace going forward. Took his goal to double United's lead.
Ajax vs Manchester United player ratings Marcus Rashford - 7 Lively start but once Ajax adapted to his pace, the youngster became more isolated. Nonetheless, after United’s second he enjoyed a far greater say on the match with his quick running. Excellent first touch on occasion, too.
But Cerezo insists Griezmann has never asked to leave Atletico and does not envisage any European competitors agreeing to meet the player’s £85m release clause.
"There has been no approach from Manchester United and nobody has offered to pay the clause and I don't think anyone will," he told Radio RMC .
"The situation is that Antoine Griezmann is an Atletico Madrid player and he has a contract until 2021.
"Never has he told me that he wants to leave."
Earlier this week Griezmann suggested he wanted to leave Atletico to win titles, having finished third in La Liga.
“If I have to move, it's not a problem,” the 26-year-old said. “It can be England, because it's the trend, Germany China or USA. I'm ready to leave.
“I've reached a point where playing nice football and scoring goals isn't enough. Winning titles, that's what I'm looking for.”
Antoine Griezmann has said he wants to be winning titles (Getty) But Cerezo believes the Frenchman has been pushed into making such comments.
"I am not surprised by his statements when every day of the last few months, journalists ask him the same question.
"I believe he feels a little annoyed to have to always respond with the same when everyone knows the situation," he added.
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