"FC Barcelona strongly denies the information that has appeared over the course of the last few hours in different media regarding Atletico Madrid player, Antoine Griezmann, and an alleged deal with our club," it reads.
"FC Barcelona expresses its objections in the face of these events and reiterates its full respect for the institution of Atletico Madrid."
Griezmann's potential move to Barcelona would make him one of the most expensive players ever with a £100m-plus price tag touted.
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Barcelona have denied they have a deal in place to sign Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann
Antoine Griezmann's six spectacular goals at the Euros
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Barcelona's denial that a switch has been agreed will come as a boost to a host of other interested clubs.
Manchester United are thought to be keen on the 26-year-old having missed out when he opted to stay with Atletico last summer.
Manchester City have been linked with a swoop for Griezmann too having lost the battle for Alexis Sanchez with their cross-town rivals.
Real Madrid are even believed to have an eye on the France international with Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema's form waning.