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Atletico fans criticise David: "Overweight." But Griezmann defends him and Simeone urges him on

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His full debut has yet to come, but over the past few days the 2000-born player has taken part in his first training sessions with Simeone's side. On social media, though, fans have criticised him, as several comments and posts about his physical condition have appeared, apparently not at its best.

The criticism of the fans

Coming to David's defence after fans criticised his apparent extra kilos was a player who wrote key chapters in Atletico's recent history and remains a favourite with a large part of the fanbase. It was Antoine Griezmann, who fired back in the comments under an Instagram video posted to attack the Canadian. The Frenchman, now at Orlando in MLS, replied: "Maybe you’re the one who’s overweight, little monster".

Griezmann defends him

The former Juventus player's spell in Madrid has not got off to the best start: Juventus are watching closely, because in June they will have to discuss a possible transfer with Atletico again, based on the Canadian's performances in La Liga, the Champions League and the Copa del Rey.

Juve are watching

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The Canadian striker, who arrived on loan from Juventus, is already heating up the debate between Atlético fans and an old legend.

Atletico fans criticise David: &quot;Overweight.&quot; But Griezmann defends him and Simeone urges him on

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Atletico fans criticise David: "Overweight." But Griezmann defends him and Simeone urges him on

The criticism of the fans

Griezmann defends him

Juve are watching

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