Antoine Griezmann's shock retirement from the French national team has sparked speculation that Atletico Madrid could be the biggest beneficiaries of his decision.

France forward Antoine Griezmann has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33. He ends his international career with 137 senior caps and 44 goals, making him his country’s joint-third highest appearance maker and fourth top scorer.

France midfielder Antoine Griezmann announced the end of his international career on Monday after being coach Didier Deschamps's most important player for a decade, during which he won a World Cup title.