Arsenal attempts to sign Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:50 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Arsenal has made another attempt to sign Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur on August 7. The move aims to bolster Arsenal's defensive lineup after William Saliba's injury. Reports indicate that Arsenal is willing to offer significantly more than Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan, both of which are also pursuing the defender. Despite interest from these clubs, Tottenham remains resistant to selling Romero to their North London rivals. There is an existing deal between Tottenham and Inter Milan, but terms with the player are still being negotiated. Atletico Madrid has personal terms agreed with Romero and is expected to make a matching offer.
- •Arsenal seeks Cristian Romero as cover for William Saliba's injury.
- •Tottenham has rejected Arsenal's previous transfer offers.
- •Inter Milan has a deal with Tottenham but is finalizing personal terms.
- •Atletico Madrid and Romero have agreed on personal terms ahead of an offer.
- •Romero is considered likely to leave Tottenham this summer.
- 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal make another attempt today to sign Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero
"Arsenal have made another attempt today in their bid to sign Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero. Reports first emerged yesterday that the Gunners want to bring the Spurs centre-back to the Emi...
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