TransferFootball.LondonUnverified source· 15 Aug 2026
Romero leaves Spurs for Atletico in £34m deal
Tottenham confirm the departure of their captain to Atletico Madrid after a reported £34m fee.
C. Romero
player
Player
Cristian Romero
From
Tottenham Hotspur
To
Atletico Madrid
Fee
£34 million (reported)
What happened. Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the departure of Cristian Romero to Atletico Madrid, with the defender signing a five-year contract.
- Romero had long sought a move away from Spurs.
- He was recently linked with Arsenal, but Spurs refused to sell to rivals.
- Atletico praised his physicality, anticipation, and leadership.
Romero joins Atletico after helping Argentina reach the World Cup final, ending his Spurs tenure.
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