Cristian Romero confirms transfer from Spurs to Atletico Madrid
14 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Cristian Romero, captain of Tottenham Hotspur, has announced his departure from the club as he prepares to join Atletico Madrid. The transfer agreement is reported to be around £34.2 million, with Tottenham retaining a 15 percent sell-on clause. Romero expressed his gratitude to Spurs fans and reflected on his five-year tenure, during which he helped end the club's lengthy trophy drought. Following this announcement, Atletico Madrid is expected to finalize the transfer shortly, with Romero having been a long-term target for the Spanish club.
- •Romero leaves Tottenham ahead of his transfer to Atletico Madrid.
- •Transfer fee is approximately £34.2 million.
- •Atletico Madrid has long admired Romero, who preferred their offer.
- •Romero's contract with Spurs was set to run until 2029.
- •He captained Spurs to end a 17-year trophy drought.
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Romero ends Tottenham spell to join Simeone’s Atletico Madrid
- 5:37 PMYahoo Sports — 'I know I wasn't perfect' - Romero's goodbye message to Spurs
- 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I know I wasn’t perfect’ – Cristian Romero’s move to Atletico Madrid confirmed
- 9:20 AMYahoo Sports — Romero completes Atletico Madrid move after five years at Spurs
- 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — “‘I wasn’t perfect, but I defended this shirt with pride’: Romero leaves Spurs for Atletico in €40m deal
- 7:15 AMYahoo Sports — Romero reflects on ‘imperfect’ Spurs spell ahead of Atletico move
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Cristian Romero says ‘the journey wasn’t perfect’ as he confirms Tottenham exit
- 7:47 PMYahoo Sports — Departing Romero says he wasn't perfect at Spurs
"Departing Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has posted a goodbye message on social media, relfecting on his five years at the club. Romero's move to Atletico Madrid was confirmed on Saturday, with the La Liga side paying £34.2m for the 28-year-old Argentina centre-back, who has joined on a five-year deal. Romero joined Tottenham from Atalanta in 2021 and became a mainstay in their defence, making 156 appearances.
"Cristian Romero has announced his departure from Tottenham and acknowledged he was not always perfect, but insisted the club will always hold a place in his heart. Romero has ended a five-year spell at Spurs to sign for Atletico Madrid in a €40 million deal ($46 million) with a 15% sell-on clause part of the overall package, the Press Association understands.
"Cristian Romero announced Friday he was leaving Tottenham, with reports suggesting he will be joining Atletico Madrid in a 40 million euros (£34.1 million) deal."When I arrived, I had a clear dream: to leave my name in this club's history.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 9:05 AMRomero ends Tottenham spell to join Simeone’s Atletico Madrid
Cristian Romero has completed his transfer from Tottenham Hotspur to Atletico Madrid, with both clubs confirming the deal. Sources told ESPN that Spurs will receive €35 million plus €5m in variabl...
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 5:37 PM'I know I wasn't perfect' - Romero's goodbye message to Spurs
Departing Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has posted a goodbye message on social media, relfecting on his five years at the club. Romero's move to Atletico Madrid was confirmed on Saturday, with the La Liga side paying £34.2m for the 28-year-old Argentina centre-back, who has joined on a five-year deal. Romero joined Tottenham from Atalanta in 2021 and became a mainstay in their defence, making 156 appearances.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 1:25 PM‘I know I wasn’t perfect’ – Cristian Romero’s move to Atletico Madrid confirmed
Cristian Romero says he “wasn’t perfect” during his time at Tottenham after his transfer to Atletico Madrid was confirmed.The 28-year-old departs the north Londoners after a five-year spell at t...
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 9:20 AMRomero completes Atletico Madrid move after five years at Spurs
Cristian Romero has completed his move from Tottenham Hotspur to Atletico Madrid, ending a five-year spell in north London.The Argentina international has signed a five-year contract with Atletico aft...
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 8:25 AM“‘I wasn’t perfect, but I defended this shirt with pride’: Romero leaves Spurs for Atletico in €40m deal
Cristian Romero has said he always gave everything despite an imperfect time at Tottenham Hotspur, in a farewell message to the club.Romero has signed a five-year contract atAtletico Madrid after movi...
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 7:15 AMRomero reflects on ‘imperfect’ Spurs spell ahead of Atletico move
Cristian Romero has admitted he “wasn’t perfect” during his five years at Tottenham but says he leaves the club with no regrets over his commitment to the shirt.The Argentina international is se...
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 8:24 PMCristian Romero says ‘the journey wasn’t perfect’ as he confirms Tottenham exit
It is understood that the defender will sign for Atletico Madrid in a 40 million euros deal (£34.1m)
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 7:47 PMDeparting Romero says he wasn't perfect at Spurs
Cristian Romero says he "wasn't perfect" during his five-year stint at Tottenham Hotspur as he prepares to complete a move to Atletico Madrid.
- BBC SportAug 14, 2026, 7:47 PMDeparting Romero says he wasn't perfect at Spurs
Cristian Romero says he "wasn't perfect" during his five-year stint at Tottenham Hotspur as he prepares to complete a move to Atletico Madrid.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 7:33 PMTottenham defender Cristian Romero confirms he is leaving the club
Cristian Romero has announced his departure from Tottenham and acknowledged he was not always perfect, but insisted the club will always hold a place in his heart. Romero has ended a five-year spell at Spurs to sign for Atletico Madrid in a €40 million deal ($46 million) with a 15% sell-on clause part of the overall package, the Press Association understands.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 7:19 PMArgentina's Romero confirms Tottenham exit as Atletico move looms
Cristian Romero announced Friday he was leaving Tottenham, with reports suggesting he will be joining Atletico Madrid in a 40 million euros (£34.1 million) deal."When I arrived, I had a clear dream: to leave my name in this club's history.
- Sky Sports—Romero announces Spurs exit ahead of Atletico transfer
Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has confirmed he is leaving the club ahead of his move to Atletico Madrid being announced.
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