Micky van de Ven named Tottenham's new captain after Romero's departure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:24 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Tottenham has appointed Micky van de Ven as the new captain following Cristian Romero's transfer to Atletico Madrid. Van de Ven, who recently signed a long-term contract, will lead a five-player leadership group that includes Pedro Porro, Ben Davies, James Maddison, and Archie Gray. Romero announced his exit from Tottenham last week, reflecting on his five-year tenure with the club and expressing pride in their shared achievements. Van de Ven may debut as captain in the upcoming match against Brentford, as he and Porro may not be fit to start.
- •Micky van de Ven replaces Cristian Romero as captain.
- •Tottenham's leadership group includes four other players.
- •Cristian Romero moved to Atletico Madrid last week.
- •Van de Ven signed a long-term contract earlier this month.
- •He may lead Tottenham against Brentford on Saturday.
- 1:24 PMYahoo Sports — Roberto De Zerbi names new Tottenham captain after Cristian Romero exit
"Tottenham have appointed a new captain after Cristian Romero joined Atletico Madrid
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