{"id":256422,"date":"2026-08-06T10:54:19","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T10:54:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/06\/cristian-romeros-future-takes-another-twist-as-atletico-and-inter-learn-special-tottenham-clause-2\/"},"modified":"2026-08-06T10:54:19","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T10:54:19","slug":"cristian-romeros-future-takes-another-twist-as-atletico-and-inter-learn-special-tottenham-clause-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/06\/cristian-romeros-future-takes-another-twist-as-atletico-and-inter-learn-special-tottenham-clause-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Cristian Romero’s future takes another twist as Atletico and Inter learn ‘special’ Tottenham clause"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Cristian Romero<\/a> looked set to lead Tottenham<\/a> into a new era when he signed a fresh contract last August, but he’s now certain to leave<\/a> amid interest from Inter Milan and Atl\u00e9tico Madrid.<\/p>\n

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The Argentina international had just been named captain by Thomas Frank after playing a major role in Spurs\u2019 Europa League triumph.<\/p>\n

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His deal now ran until 2029, with one of Tottenham\u2019s most important players apparently committing his peak years to north London.<\/p>\n

Less than 12 months later, the picture has changed completely.<\/p>\n

Spurs endured a disappointing domestic season, Frank lost his job and Roberto De Zerbi<\/a> eventually led them away from relegation danger.<\/p>\n

Romero also criticised the club\u2019s hierarchy, while injuries and suspensions disrupted his campaign.<\/p>\n

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Cristian Romero’s Tottenham career<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n

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Season<\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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Appearances<\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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Goals<\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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Assists<\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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Goal contributions<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

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2021\/22<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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2022\/23<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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34<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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2023\/24<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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34<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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5<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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5<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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2024\/25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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26<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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2<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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3<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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2025\/26<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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32<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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6<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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4<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Tottenham total<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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156<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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13<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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7<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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20<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

The World Cup-winning defender still made 32 appearances and scored six goals across all competitions last season, and while those numbers were impressive, his availability and discipline remained sources of frustration.<\/p>\n

A summer departure has since become widely expected.<\/p>\n

Tottenham have already prepared for major changes in defence, with Jan Paul van Hecke arriving from Brighton, while experienced Argentina international Marcos Senesi joined on a free transfer from Bournemouth.<\/p>\n

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De Zerbi can also call upon Micky van de Ven and Kevin Danso. Make no mistake, losing Romero would still remove Tottenham\u2019s captain and leader in the dressing room, but Spurs are no longer short of alternatives.<\/p>\n

Inter Milan initially appeared to have taken control of the race.<\/p>\n

The Italian club have held lengthy discussions with Romero\u2019s representatives<\/a> and Tottenham, with reports claiming the clubs have moved towards an understanding of around \u00a340 million.<\/p>\n

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A return to Serie A would be familiar territory for Romero, having previously starred for Genoa and Atalanta before joining Tottenham on loan in 2021, and Inter need a commanding defender after making significant changes to their back line.<\/p>\n

However, Atl\u00e9tico Madrid have now threatened to disrupt those plans.<\/p>\n

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Marca<\/a> reports that Diego Simeone\u2019s side have revived their long-standing interest and are preparing an offer for the 28-year-old.<\/p>\n

The Spanish club tried to sign Romero last summer but would not satisfy Tottenham\u2019s valuation, but his subsequent renewal contained an important escape route.<\/p>\n