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Atlético de Madrid agrees to €40 million transfer for Cristian Romero

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 1:18 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Atlético de Madrid agrees to €40 million transfer for Cristian Romero
Summary

Cristian Romero is set to join Atlético de Madrid after an agreement with Tottenham Hotspur was reached on August 12, 2026. The transfer fee is reported to be €40 million, which includes bonuses. Diego Simeone has long sought Romero, who is expected to undergo a medical and sign a contract until 2031. The Argentine defender will potentially debut next Wednesday as Atlético opens the 2026/27 LaLiga season against Málaga.

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Status Watch
  • •Deal finalized for €40 million including bonuses.
  • •Romero expected to undergo medical in Madrid.
  • •Simeone has targeted Romero as a key defensive addition.
  • •Romero to potentially debut in season opener against Málaga.
Latest Updates
  • 1:18 AMYahoo Sports — Atlético win Cuti Romero race as €40 million Spurs transfer agreed
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Diego Simeone has his long-desired defensive leader.

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