Cristian Romero expected to leave Tottenham this summer | OneFootball

Cristian Romero is set to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Spurs have prepared for the potential departure of the Argentine by signing Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi.

Tottenham have offered Romero to Inter Milan during talks over Djed Spence, who the Nerazzurri are also interested in signing.

Inter are keen on signing Romero, but could be priced out of the move. Spurs have placed a €50 million asking price on the centre-back.

Barcelona also admire Romero but have yet to make a formal approach.

Spurs are right to let Romero leave

Romero initially joined Tottenham on a loan deal from Atalanta in the summer of 2022, before sealing a permanent move a year later.

The 28-year-old has been a vital player for the north London side. He was named one of Tottenham’s vice-captains ahead of the 2023/24 season before being appointed club captain last season.

Romero was instrumental to the Spurs’ UEFA Europa League triumph in the 2024/25. He was named the tournament’s Player of the Season.

However, despite his impressive defensive attributes, his rash decision-making has proven costly for Spurs. Since making his Tottenham debut, he has received for more red cards than any other Premier League player.

Romero has also missed 35 games through injuries in the last two seasons, raising concerns about his fitness. Spurs are right to sell him this summer.

With Micky van de Ven, Van Hecke and Senesi, Tottenham now have three reliable centre-backs, who offer greater composure, while carrying out their defensive responsibilities efficiently.

Andy Robertson’s arrival could also help compensate for the loss of Romero’s leadership.

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