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'I rate him super high' Tottenham gaffer praises Spurs star ahead of Brighton away day

Originally posted on the Boy Hotspur | By The Boy | Last updated Sep 19, 2025 1:06 PM ET

This weekend, we face Brighton and Hove Albion in what will surely be a fascinating clash. Ahead of the game, Thomas Frank waxed lyrical about our favourite Argentine, Cuti Romero.

Cristian Romero has been a key figure for Tottenham Hotspur this season, contributing an assist and helping secure four clean sheets in five appearances across the Premier League and Champions League. His defensive solidity is evident with 6 tackles, 4 interceptions, and 11 clearances in 360 minutes played in the 2025-26 Premier League season.

He’s also maintained a high pass completion rate of 88.2%, showcasing his ability to contribute to build-up play. Romero’s strengths lie in his aggressive defending, aerial dominance, and ability to read the game, making him a cornerstone of Tottenham’s backline.

His leadership as club captain under Frank further highlights his importance. However, his disciplinary record remains a concern, with one yellow card this season and a history of four red cards in the Premier League since his joining. His versatility, comfortable in both a back three and four, adds tactical flexibility.

I’d say that the new gaffer’s confidence is well-placed.

Thomas said:

“But of course, I’ve followed him over the years. But I definitely see a more mature player and person. Not that he hasn’t been that before. It’s not like it’s happened the last three months. I’m not saying that because he was very good last year and also won the World Cup, whatever.

I can’t remember. A few years ago. But… that consistency now I see a player that are very aggressive and need to be very aggressive it’s cool and composed and need to be cool and composed and I think he got that rare combination of being super aggressive in the duals but also stand in the box and okay I need to move two-step boom hit do the header that that’s the that’s the top level center backs that are doing.”

Brighton & Hove Albion face us at the Amex Stadium, promising an intriguing battle between two teams with contrasting starts to the 2025-26 season. Brighton, under Fabian Hürzeler, has shown flashes of brilliance but struggles with consistency, while Tottenham, managed by Thomas Frank, are riding high after a strong start domestically and in Europe!

This article first appeared on the Boy Hotspur and was syndicated with permission.

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