Toby Alderweireld Criticizes Tottenham Defender Cristian Romero

Former Tottenham centre‑back Toby Alderweireld said the standards at the club have slipped since his departure, arguing that current players lack the same pride in the badge. He praised Argentine defender Cristian Romero’s talent, calling him “unbelievable” on his best days, but warned that inconsistency and disciplinary lapses – including red cards – prevent him from matching the reliability of Alderweireld’s former partnership with Jan Vertonghen.

Alderweireld stressed that a defender must consistently deliver a six‑to‑eight‑out‑of‑ten level, not swing between occasional brilliance and costly absences. He suggested that Tottenham’s improvement under manager Roberto De Zerbi will require players who can be counted on week in, week out.