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Tottenham Hotspur report: Cristian Romero has 'reached agreement' to leave

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Cristian Romero is leaving Tottenham Hotspur say reports, with the Argentine wanted elsewhere

Cristian Romero is reportedly on his way out of Tottenham this summer
Cristian Romero is reportedly on his way out of Tottenham this summer (Image credit: Getty Images)

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero is reportedly set to leave the club this summer.

Romero, 27, is trying to help the Lilywhites salvage their season with a huge Europa League semi-final second leg against Bodo/Glimt approaching this week. Ange Postecoglou's side currently leads 3-0 heading into Thursday's clash in Norway.

But Romero's future seems to be causing some discussion as we approach the summer transfer window, with the former Atalanta man recently insisting he would love to play in La Liga.

Cristian Romero set to leave Tottenham Hotspur after four years

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur throws one of his boots after he is substituted due to injury during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and Aston Villa FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on November 03, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Cristian Romero has struggled to stay fit once again this season (Image credit: Getty Images)

At just 27, Romero is a good age for a central defender and has shown some flashes of brilliance during his time in north London thus far. He is currently recognised by FourFourTwo in our list of the best centre-backs in the world.

But with Tottenham's Premier League campaign this season dismal to say the very least, Postecoglou could soon be on his way out of the club, and Romero's future could also be a heavily debated topic.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou is likely to be sacked at the end of the season

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou could be sacked at the end of the season (Image credit: Getty Images)

Spanish journalist Ruben Uria has said on his Twitch stream that Romero has given his agreement to a five-year deal at Atletico Madrid, with publication AS claiming that the defender will push for a move at the end of the season.

Atleti are currently 3rd in La Liga, so the lure of Champions League football could be a nice dangling carrot for Romero. Transfermarkt value the Argentine defender at €55m (£46.7m).

The report says Tottenham are holding out for close to £58m for the former Atalanta man, who could link up with his international team-mate Julian Alvarez, after he left Manchester City for Spain last summer.

Atletico Madrid are expected to start formal negotiations with Tottenham in the coming days but Spurs will not begin talks until after their vital Europa League campaign has drawn to a close.

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA - OCTOBER 15: Cristian Romero of Argentina plays the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American Qualifier match between Argentina and Bolivia at Estadio Más Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti on October 15, 2024 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Photo by Daniel Jayo/Getty Images)

Cristian Romero has 42 caps for Argentina (Image credit: Getty Images)

In FourFourTwo's view, Romero would be a huge coup for Atletico this summer, but Tottenham will not want the centre-back to leave for cheap. We expect Daniel Levy to drive a hard bargain, given he is under contract at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium until 2027.

Tottenham are back in Premier League action on Sunday as they host Crystal Palace.

Matthew Holt
Matthew Holt

Matthew Holt writes freelance for FourFourTwo, amongst others, and boasts previous experience at GOAL and SPORTBible. He now works with us alongside his time at Manchester United and Reach PLC, aiding with online content for the website. Career highs include working at the FA Cup final, as well as scoring at Old Trafford in front of the Stretford End. A long-term sufferer of his beloved Scunthorpe United, he is often seen on the padel court, as well as occasionally a six-a-side call-up.