Romero leaves Spurs for Atletico in £34m deal

Tottenham confirm the departure of their captain to Atletico Madrid after a reported £34m fee.

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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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