Luis Suarez has said that Antoine Griezmann would be welcomed at Barcelona if he decides to join the Catalan giants this summer.

The Atletico Madrid striker has been heavily linked to the La Liga champions, and reports have suggested that Barcelona could trigger his €100m release clause.

Speaking to Radio Uruguay, Suarez said, “Barca always bring in quality players like Antoine, as we’ve seen with [Philippe] Coutinho and [Ousmane] Dembele, players with huge amounts of quality.”

“[Griezmann] has been playing at the top level for many years, fighting for everything. He leads Atletico’s attack, which is fundamental [in showing his quality].

“He’s welcome [at Barcelona]. He’s not coming to take anyone’s place, but with the ambition to do big things with the best club in the world. I’m proud that Barca keep signing players of such quality.”

Griezmann had earlier stated that his future would be decided before the World Cup in Russia.

And although speculations have been growing about his move to the Camp Nou, Atletico’s club president Enrique Cerezo remains optimistic and believes the forward will stay at the club next season.