Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball EspanaUnverified source· 13 Aug 2026
Romero set to join Atlético from Spurs in £34.2m deal
Tottenham and Atlético have agreed a package for the Argentine defender, with a sell-on clause included.
C. Romero
player
Player
Cristian Romero
Position
Defender
From
Tottenham Hotspur
To
Atlético Madrid
Fee
£34.2m including add-ons
What happened. Atlético Madrid have agreed a deal in principle with Tottenham to sign Cristian Romero for around £34.2m including add-ons, with Spurs retaining a 15% sell-on clause.
- Romero has made 124 appearances and scored 12 goals for Spurs.
- He received four Premier League red cards during his five seasons.
- Inter Milan and Arsenal were also interested, per Sky Sports.
Romero is set to leave after five seasons, with the transfer expected to be completed soon.
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