Cristian Romero courted by Inter Milan and Barcelona as Tottenham exit looms
Argentina centre‑back Cristian Romero, Tottenham Hotspur captain, is set to leave the club this summer. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirms the defender has attracted serious interest from several European giants.
Inter Milan have been in direct talks with Tottenham, exploring Romero as a possible replacement in defence after previous targets fell through. The Italian club faces a high price tag, with estimates around €50 million plus wages, making the deal financially challenging.
Barcelona are also pursuing Romero aggressively, with head coach Hansi Flick urging the Catalan side to accelerate negotiations before rival Atlético Madrid can intervene. Manchester United have been linked to the player, but no concrete offers have emerged.
The saga follows Tottenham’s broader defensive restructuring, after the club secured replacements on free transfers. Romero’s departure would mark a major squad change for the North London side as they plan for the 2026 World Cup and the upcoming season.