Manchester United targets Argentine defender Cristian Romero

Manchester United is reported to be preparing a bid for Tottenham Hotspur centre‑back Cristian Romero, the 28‑year‑old Argentine who scored the winning penalty in the 2024 Copa América. The club sees Romero as a key addition to strengthen a defence that currently relies on veteran Harry Maguire.

If the transfer materialises, Romero could link up with fellow Argentine Lisandro Martínez at Old Trafford, recreating a partnership that helped Argentina win recent titles. Atletico Madrid has also shown interest, but United appears to be the front‑runner in the race to secure the player after the 2026 World Cup.