Cristian Romero open to joining Arsenal as Tottenham resists transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has shown willingness to transfer to Arsenal, according to reports. Arsenal seeks defensive reinforcements following William Saliba's injury. Tottenham, however, has dismissed the possibility of selling Romero to their rivals, emphasizing their policy against such deals. Instead, Atlético Madrid and Inter Milan have emerged as potential destinations for Romero, with both clubs making progress in negotiations. As a result, Arsenal is exploring other options, including targets like Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa.
- •Romero interested in moving to Arsenal amid Spurs rebuild.
- •Saliba's injury prompts Arsenal's search for a defender.
- •Tottenham hierarchy opposes selling to Arsenal.
- •Atlético Madrid and Inter Milan advancing in negotiations.
- •Arsenal considers alternative targets after Tottenham's refusal.
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Tottenham skipper Cristian Romero is very open to joining Arsenal
"Mikel Arteta and Roberto De Zerbi are at the Emirates Stadium and the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium respectivly. Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero is reportedly open to a sensational and highly co...
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