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Atlético Close to Signing Cristian Romero From Tottenham

It would provide Atlético with a World Cup-winning centre-back sought by Diego Simeone.

Overview

  • Multiple transfer reporters say Romero has agreed personal terms with Atlético and the two clubs are finalising a club-to-club fee widely reported at about €40m.
  • Romero has made clear he wants to leave Tottenham and has turned down other offers while awaiting an agreement with Atlético.
  • Reports from Goal and other outlets say the proposed contract runs to mid-2030 with an option to 2031 and a reported salary near €6m per year, though clubs have not confirmed details.
  • Atlético plan to fund the deal through player sales, with journalists naming Nahuel Molina, Matteo Ruggeri and Thiago Almada as likely departures tied to the window plans.
  • The move would free Tottenham to press on with a summer defensive rebuild after the captain submitted his wish to leave, but the transfer remains unconfirmed and subject to final paperwork.