Picture: Griezmann reacts as French talent joins Juventus U20 | OneFootball

France star Antoine Griezmann was delighted to see his compatriot Léo Bamballi join the Juventus U20 squad, as proved by a social media comment.

Juventus announced Bamballi’s move from Olympique Lyon earlier this week and his transfer to Turin excited Griezmann.

Griezmann reacts as Bamballi joins Juventus

MADRID, SPAIN – DECEMBER 13: Antoine Griezmann of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring their opening goal during the UEFA Champions League match between Atletico Madrid and SS Lazio at Civitas Metropolitano Stadium on December 13, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

As shown by Ilbianconero.com, Griezmann commented on Bamballi’s announcement on Instagram with several love face emojis.

Bamballi is a versatile 17-year-old defender who can play as a right-back or as a centre-back.

As revealed by Tuttosport, Griezmann’s sister Maude is the agent of the promising defender who has signed a contract until 2027 at the Allianz Stadium.