Cristian Romero set for Tottenham exit as ‘Levy makes mega demands’
Tottenham could be set to lose several key players in the summer transfer window, as they face the prospect of no European football next season.
Ange Postecoglou could end up departing Tottenham after a dismal season, and a difficult summer window lies ahead.
Unless Spurs win the Europa League, they are set to miss out on European football entirely, and this could lead to budget restrictions in the transfer market, while they also need to cut down their wage bill.
The lack of Champions League football could also mean that several players are tempted to leave, with Cristian Romero top of that list.
Atletico Madrid interested in Cristian Romero
Cristian Romero is one key player heavily linked with an exit, and he has now attracted strong interest from Atletico Madrid.
The World Cup winner is now Atletico’s top priority for the summer transfer window, according to Spanish outlet AS.
| 2024-25 Stats | Romero |
| Appearances | 21 |
| Goals | 1 |
| Assists | 0 |
| Minutes Played | 1,697 |
Atletico are keen on strengthening their defence, and are prepared to invest across their back line, with Romero seen as an ideal fit at centre-back.
The Spanish giants reportedly want to spend between £34million and £42million on Romero, but Spurs are holding out for a fee of around £68million, creating a massive gap in valuations.
Romero likely to leave Spurs?
It now appears likelier than ever that Romero will depart Spurs.
The interest in him from Champions League sides, as well as the potential finances gained from a sale, means that it is almost inevitable that he goes.
Romero’s injury record also means that Tottenham should cash in on the defender if their valuation is met, and the Argentinian can be replaced with someone more reliable in this regard.
The 26-year-old has made several mistakes this season and looks far from settled in North London as Spurs endured a miserable campaign.
Romero joined Tottenham in 2021, and has been a solid performer for most of his time with the Lilywhites, but with just two years remaining on his deal, the club cannot afford to keep him in the current situation if a major offer comes in.