Cristian Romero does not appear to be the biggest fan of Tottenham Chairman Daniel Levy.
Romero has been Spurs’ best defender since he was signed from Atalanta in 2021.
As a result, many Spurs supporters will hope to see the 27-year-old continue to flourish under Thomas Frank next season. However, some fans believe Romero has played his final game for Tottenham after the Argentine appeared to aim a dig at Levy.
Romero sends a goodbye message to Ange Postecoglou
Atletico Madrid have been linked with Romero, with speculation that the centre-back’s future was strongly linked to Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked by Tottenham on Friday, 6 June.
The World Cup winner is thought to have been particularly close to his former manager and could leave alongside him.
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Romero posted his goodbye message to Postecoglou on Thursday (13 June), minutes after Tottenham confirmed Frank’s arrival, and many fans have taken that to mean he is unhappy with the appointment.
Furthermore, supporters have speculated that Romero’s post was a calculated act of rebellion against Levy, while some believes the defender has played his final game for Tottenham.
Tottenham must replace Romero if he leaves
The Lilywhites have completed the permanent signing of defender Kevin Danso from French side Lens after a successful loan spell in North London.
Danso was solid at the back, starting nine out of the 10 Premier League matches he was available for.
However, Tottenham will need to sign another centre-back if they want to minimise the negative effect of Romero’s departure.
Spurs look content to continue their approach of signing young talents and have identified Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite as a viable option.
Branthwaite has been a stand-out player for the Toffees, and David Moyes is reluctant to see him leave. However, when Tottenham come calling, especially with UEFA Champions League football, it is difficult to pass up the opportunity.
Therefore, the Lilywhites should look to use everything at their disposal to convince the 22-year-old to make a move to North London.