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Cristian Romero joins Atlético Madrid from Tottenham for £34 million
Atlético Madrid have completed the signing of Argentina centre-back Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported £34 million. The 28-year-old has signed a contract running until June 2031, the La Liga…
The Story in Brief
Atlético Madrid have completed the signing of Argentina centre-back Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported £34 million. The 28-year-old has signed a contract running until June 2031, the La Liga club confirmed on Saturday.
Romero, who captained Tottenham last season, made 156 appearances for the club after joining from Atalanta in 2021. He made 32 appearances last term. The defender has 58 Argentina caps and was part of the team that won the 2022 World Cup. He also played in Argentina’s side that finished runners-up to Spain in the World Cup final, Mathrubhumi reports.
The Indian Opinion
The move is being framed either as Atlético securing an elite leader or Tottenham losing its defensive foundation. Both readings need restraint. Romero brings international experience, but his value will depend on fitness, discipline and how quickly he adapts to Atlético’s system. Tottenham’s real verdict will come from the replacement they sign and the goals they concede. For Atlético, the first test is whether Romero can complete a full season and justify the reported £34 million fee.
Source: english.mathrubhumi.com
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