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Fabrizio Romano drops bombshell update on world-class Tottenham defender attracting La Liga interest

Originally posted on To The Lane And Back
By Aaryan Choksi | Last updated Jun 20, 2025 5:20 PM ET

Cristian Romero might end up staying at Tottenham as the club looks to kickstart a new era at N17

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero has become one of the standout players in the Premier League in recent seasons. The Argentina international has matured a lot during his time at N17, and it is clear why the top clubs are after him. There is no surprise that the Lilywhites play better when he is in the starting eleven, and his leadership qualities are for all to see.

It is fair to suggest that Spurs would find it very hard to replace the 27-year-old if he does end up leaving the club in the coming weeks. With the North London club already struggling to add quality defenders to their ranks, they cannot afford to let the prolific centre-back leave N17 for pastures new.

Romero’s performance in the Europa League final showed why he is regarded as one of the best players in the world right now. The Argentina international did not let anyone go through him, and he also ensured that the clean sheet was intact as Tottenham secured their first major trophy in 17 years by winning the Europa League.

Tottenham star Cristian Romero set to remain at N17?

There have been a lot of speculations regarding Cristian Romero’s future at Tottenham. The 27-year-old had made it clear earlier this year that he wanted to try a new experience in the future, and his ideal goal was to play in Spain. Since then, the Argentine has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid as the La Liga giants look to bolster their defence for next season.

After Ange Postecoglou was sacked earlier this month, many fans believed that Romero would also follow suit and head for pastures new in the summer. However, Spurs have received a massive boost in their hopes of retaining the centre-back. As per Fabrizio Romano (via GiveMeSport),

“From what I understand, with Tottenham in the Champions League and a new project now with Thomas Frank, I don’t see Tottenham losing a leader like Cuti Romero this summer. It will be very difficult to get the player in this summer transfer window; Daniel Levy wants to keep the player at the club. From what I’m hearing, Thomas Frank sees Cuti Romero as a crucial part of the squad from a technical perspective but also as a leader.”

Fabrizio Romano has suggested that Tottenham do not intend to lose an influential player in Cristian Romero as the club aims to kickstart a new era under Thomas Frank. The reliable journalist also added that Daniel Levy is pulling out all the stops to keep the 27-year-old at N17. Romano also added that Thomas Frank sees Cristian Romero as a crucial part of the project and does not want to lose him for next season and beyond.

Fans will hope that Cristian Romero ends up staying at N17 as Spurs look to close the gap on their rivals and compete for more trophies under Thomas Frank. The 27-year-old’s influence in the dressing room is also clear to see, and reports suggest that Frank is willing to make him the club captain so that he stays at Hotspur Way.

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

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