Atlético Madrid signs Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Atlético Madrid has officially announced the signing of Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur on August 15, 2026. The Argentine defender has agreed to terms until June 30, 2031, with the transfer fee reported around €40 million. Romero's interest in a new challenge attracted attention from clubs including Inter Milan and Arsenal, but ultimately, Diego Simeone's pursuit was decisive. Discussions between Atlético and Tottenham concluded successfully earlier this week.
- •Cristian Romero signs with Atlético Madrid until June 30, 2031.
- •Transfer fee is approximately €40 million.
- •Attention from clubs like Inter Milan and Arsenal preceded the signing.
- •Diego Simeone played a key role in the transfer negotiations.
- •Transfer confirmed on August 15, 2026.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Atlético Madrid announce defender signing
"La Liga giants Atlético Madrid have on Saturday announced a long-awaited fresh addition to the club’s defensive ranks. The player to have put pen to paper on terms at the Metropolitano? Cristian R...
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