Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur poses for a photo with the UEFA Europa League trophy (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

'If he goes….': Ange sends 'absolutely important' message regarding key star’s future

Originally posted on the Boy Hotspur | Last updated May 25, 2025 2:20 PM ET

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero has been linked with a move away from the club at the end of the season.

The player has been linked with clubs like Atletico Madrid in recent weeks, but manager Ange Postecoglou believes that it is vital for the club to keep players like him.

It will be interesting to see if the defender is willing to move to the La Liga club this summer.

Ange Postecoglou sends a message

He said to Football London: “I think Romero is absolutely important to keep at this football club. You just saw the way he’s been in recent games and he hasn’t been entirely fit with his toe. The lads respect him highly and he makes them walk taller. For me it’s a no brainer with players like him. If he goes who do you replace him with? There aren’t a lot of players out there like him. It’s very important to keep him and for the long term.”

Cristian Romero is a key player for Spurs

The 27-year-old is undoubtedly the best defender at the club, and his departure would be a massive blow for Tottenham. They have secured Champions League qualification for the next season, and they will be hoping to convince their best players to stay at the club.

The World Cup winner is an indispensable asset for them, and he could help them return to the top four next season. Tottenham have had a disappointing season, and they are 17th in the league table. They will look to bounce back strongly. Even though they have ended the season well by winning the UEFA Europa League, a club of their stature should be finishing in the top four regularly.

Losing their best defender would weaken them severely. It remains to be seen whether Tottenham can hold onto the World Cup winner beyond this summer.

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

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