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Tottenham and Atletico Madrid agree on Cristian Romero sale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:39 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Tottenham and Atletico Madrid agree on Cristian Romero sale

Summary

Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico Madrid have reached a full agreement for the transfer of Cristian Romero as of August 12, 2026. This decision follows Romero's desire to leave the Premier League for Spain, and Spurs' reluctance to sell him to a rival in their domestic league. Romero is expected to thrive under Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid, a club known for valuing his playing style. The transfer is pending official confirmation from Tottenham.

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By the Numbers

•Tottenham and Atletico Madrid finalize Cristian Romero's transfer agreement
•Romero wanted to leave the Premier League for Spain
•Transfer reflects Tottenham's stance against selling to domestic rivals
•Diego Simeone likely sees Romero as a key asset
•Confirmation of the transfer is awaited from Tottenham

Latest Updates

8:39 PMYahoo Sports — Romano: Atletico Madrid, Spurs in agreement for sale of Cuti Romero

What they're saying

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Well, THIS has been an eventful day, huh? On the heels of the news that Djed Spence is on his way to Inter Milan, we have another outgoing bomba — according to Fabrizio Romano (sigh), Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico Madrid have come to a full agreement for the sale of Cristian Romero. Honestly I could […]
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