Argentina’s Romero confirms Tottenham exit as Atletico move looms

Cristian Romero announced on Friday his departure from Tottenham Hotspurs, with speculation pointing towards a move to Atletico Madrid for a fee of €40 million. The Argentine international, who spent five years at the north London club, faced multiple suspensions during his 156 appearances as a Spurs player. Despite the controversies, Romero was named man-of-the-match in the 2025 Europa League final victory over Manchester United, marking the club's first major trophy in 17 years.

In a post on Instagram, Romero expressed his gratitude to Tottenham, describing it as "much more than a club." He emphasized that his five-year tenure was "home, my challenge, and the place where my family and I built an important part of our lives." The 28-year-old acknowledged that while his journey was not without challenges, he is proud of the achievements they accomplished together.

Romero had a clear goal upon joining Tottenham: to leave his mark on the club's history. He believed that hard work, sacrifice, and securing a trophy were the keys to achieving this dream, which they ultimately did. Despite acknowledging that his time at Tottenham was not without flaws, Romero chose to focus on the positive aspects of his experience, remembering the happy moments, lessons learned, and the unwavering support he received from teammates and fans throughout his five-year tenure.