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Atletico Madrid express interest in signing Tottenham Hotspur’s defensive leader – Report

Originally posted on To The Lane And Back
By Rohit Sarkar | Last updated Jun 1, 2025 9:45 AM ET

Romero has been linked with a move away from the Spurs this summer

The end of the season for Tottenham left mixed emotions. On the one hand, they lifted a continental title that broke a years-long drought. On the other, doubts about the future of their manager remain. While fans were celebrating on the streets of London, behind the curtain important chips were being moved.

A comment on social media from the leader of their defence, Cristian Romero, rekindled an old suspicion. His message conveyed unity and commitment, but some read between the lines. The calm in the offices does not seem to last long, and there is a foreign club that continues to hover undisguised.

Tottenham could lose their defensive leader and there’s already a club ready to make a move!

Football Insider has reported that he interest from Spain’s Atletico Madrid, persists. The capital club, that have qualified for Europe’s top competition, have not given up. They have turned their attention to a key member of Postecoglou’s starting eleven, Romero.

Despite doubts about the Australian coach’s future, there is a clear desire to retain the defender. However, the temptation coming from outside is strong. The player was unquestionable during the campaign, with performances that made a difference, and still has several has his contract with the club till 2027. Even so, from Spain they believe they can convince him. The next month will be decisive for everyone in London.

From Tottenham’s point of view, selling Romero now would be a mistake, unless a bid approaching €90 million comes in. That figure would reflect his impact in defence, his leadership within the dressing room and his long-term quality. It is not just about individual quality; he underpins a defensive line that, without him, has shown cracks.

If the club opt for his departure, their will have to reformulate the whole block. The market for centre-backs does not offer immediate guarantees, and the existing candidates are either already compromised or do not have the same aggressive and technical profile.

Moreover, losing him would weaken the discourse of continuity and growth promoted by the board. From another point of view, perhaps the club could take advantage of the opportunity to rebuild with youth, thinking in the long term, if the coach leaves as well. But even in that light, letting go of their defensive leader does not seem a wise move. Ultimately, Tottenham are at a crossroads: hold on to their spine or reconfigure their structure with no immediate guarantee of success.

This article first appeared on To The Lane And Back and was syndicated with permission.

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