Tottenham star braced for summer exit; agent talk intensifies

Even if the Australian manager ends Tottenham’s 17-year trophy drought, he is still expected to part ways with the club at the end of the season.

Romero’s departure also appears inevitable, regardless of whether Spurs win the Europa League or secure Champions League qualification. Reports strongly suggest that a move to Atletico Madrid is already in motion. The Spanish giants are in advanced talks with Tottenham over the defender’s transfer, and meetings are scheduled to finalise the deal. The World Cup winner has already agreed to a five-year contract with Atletico.

John Wenham gives his two cents in the matter

Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham, speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, believes Cristian Romero’s representatives—not the player himself—are the ones in direct contact with Atletico Madrid.

Romero still has two years remaining on his current Tottenham deal, but with no negotiations underway for an extension, Wenham expects the defender to leave this summer regardless of the outcome in the Europa League.

He added that while fans hope Romero helps deliver silverware and a Champions League return before departing, the key benefit would be the financial boost and higher-quality reinforcements that top-tier European football can attract.

Wenham noted it’s common in football for agents to agree terms with clubs before official talks between clubs begin, which appears to be the case with Romero and Atletico.

The Lilywhite Rose owner speaking to TottenhamNews, believes Romero to leave regardless

“There are seemingly no talks being held about a new deal. Therefore, I think Romero will leave at the end of the season regardless of what happens in the Europa League.”

“However, let’s hope he goes out on a high by helping Tottenham win a trophy and return to the Champions League. Not only does that give us more money to reinvest, but it means we can reinvest in players of a higher calibre, with the offer of Champions League football”

Cristian Romero may have struggled with injuries this season, but whenever he has been fit, his impact on the pitch has been undeniable. The Argentine defender has been a cornerstone of Tottenham’s backline, bringing aggression, composure, and leadership to a squad that has often looked disjointed.

If Romero does move on in the summer, finding a replacement of his calibre will be no easy task. Tottenham would not only lose a top-class centre-back but also a vocal leader — the kind of player who can marshal a backline and maintain defensive structure in high-pressure situations.

However, for now, the focus must remain on the present. The Europa League final presents a golden opportunity for Spurs to end a 17-year trophy drought and inject some much-needed positivity into an otherwise dismal season. Romero’s presence could be crucial in that clash, and if he departs, it would be the perfect way to leave a lasting legacy, helping the Lilywhites lift a European trophy before potentially bidding farewell.