Inter Milan step up pursuit of Tottenham defender Cristian Romero | OneFootball

Inter Milan and Tottenham Hotspur have intensified negotiations over a summer move for defender Cristian Romero, according to SportMediaset.

The 28-year-old has already given his full commitment to the Nerazzurri, expressing enthusiasm about returning to Italy five years after leaving Atalanta.

Fresh from reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup final with Argentina in North America, Romero views the Italian champions as the perfect fit for the next chapter of his career.

A move to San Siro for Romero is gathering momentum, with the Inter hierarchy preparing an initial formal offer.

The Serie A heavyweights are proposing a loan deal with a mandatory purchase clause, forming a total package worth €40 million.

Further direct talks between Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio and Tottenham executives are scheduled in the coming days to resolve remaining details.

For Tottenham, sanctioning their captain’s departure represents a significant shift during Roberto De Zerbi’s defensive rebuild.

Spurs have already strengthened their central defensive options this window with the arrivals of Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi, giving the club flexibility to consider proposals for Romero.

While Tottenham initially held out for a €50 million fee, Romero’s clear desire to join Cristian Chivu’s squad has given Inter crucial leverage in negotiations.

With personal terms not expected to be an obstacle following positive talks with the player’s entourage in Milan, both clubs are pushing to reach a definitive agreement.

After bringing in a host of players this summer, Spurs are keen to sanction several departures, with the likes of Guglielmo Vicario and Manor Solomon also on the chopping block.