Cristian Romero seeks transfer to Atletico Madrid from Tottenham
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 10:51 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Cristian Romero wishes to leave Tottenham Hotspur for Atletico Madrid, which is preparing a new bid. The Argentine defender has communicated his desire to Spurs amid interest from both Atletico and Inter Milan. While Inter was initially seen as the favorite, they hesitated over Spurs' £40 million asking price, described as ‘financially complex.’ Atletico is now identified as the frontrunner for Romero, who is keen on playing under Diego Simeone. Negotiations are underway, with Spurs reportedly comfortable proceeding after securing replacements for the defender.
- •Romero aims to transfer to Atletico Madrid this summer.
- •Atletico is working on a new bid for the defender.
- •Spurs demand over £40 million for Romero.
- •Inter Milan's interest wanes due to financial issues.
- •Negotiations between Spurs and Atletico are ongoing.
- 11:38 AMYahoo Sports — Romero a long-term target for Simeone as Atletico Madrid hold talks
- 10:51 AMYahoo Sports — Atletico hold talks with Spurs captain Romero
- 10:51 AMBBC Sport — Atletico Madrid in talks for Tottenham captain Romero
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Romero wants Atletico move with Spaniards ‘clear frontrunners’
"Atletico Madrid have held talks with Tottenham defender Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer. The 28-year-old is allowed to leave, but Spurs are still asking for a substantial fee, believed to be about £40m. Romero is keen on a move to Spain to work with compatriot Diego Simeone, and personal terms are not expected to be an issue.
"Cristian Romero wants to move to Atlético Madrid as the Spanish side prepare new official bid for the Tottenham Hotspur captain.The Argentina international has informed Spurs of his desire to leave t...
"Atletico Madrid hold talks over a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 11:38 AMRomero a long-term target for Simeone as Atletico Madrid hold talks
Atletico Madrid have held talks with Tottenham defender Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer. The 28-year-old is allowed to leave, but Spurs are still asking for a substantial fee, believed to be about £40m. Romero is keen on a move to Spain to work with compatriot Diego Simeone, and personal terms are not expected to be an issue.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 10:51 AMAtletico hold talks with Spurs captain Romero
Atletico Madrid hold talks over a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer.
- BBC SportAug 7, 2026, 10:51 AMAtletico Madrid in talks for Tottenham captain Romero
Atletico Madrid hold talks over a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 9:50 AMRomero wants Atletico move with Spaniards ‘clear frontrunners’
Cristian Romero wants to move to Atlético Madrid as the Spanish side prepare new official bid for the Tottenham Hotspur captain.The Argentina international has informed Spurs of his desire to leave t...
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