Tottenham star center back Cristian Romero has been one of the most frequently discussed big names on the summer transfer market, because about a month ago, he publicly stated his interest in joining LaLiga and was met with significant interest from powerhouse Atletico Madrid and even some links to 2023/24 Champions League winners Real Madrid.
All the transfer speculation has largely died down, as Romero has become pretty close to indispensible to Tottenham. He played a huge role in Spurs winning the Europa League, bouncing back from some uneven displays in the Premier League against teams like Wolves to dominate the competition in must-win knockout games, including the 1-0 clean sheet over Manchester United in the final in Spain.
After being named the official Europa League Player of the Tournament, the accolades continue to rain in for the 26-year-old Argentinian international. According to top TyC Sports reporter Gaston Edul, the Argentina national team have given Romero a huge honor, naming him the country's third captain behind the living deity himself, Lionel Messi, and 37-year-old defensive fixture Nicolas Otamendi.
Cristian Romero's stock has never been higher
Again, it's a massive honor that cannot be understated, and it shows just how much "Cuti" is recognized around the world and in his own country for his achievements and leadership. That same leadership was called into question with an ill-advised interview, but Romero more than made up for it with his actions on the pitch for Tottenham.
A two-time Copa America, World Cup, and now Europa League winner, Romero is both a vice captain for Argentina and Tottenham. His stock is at an all-time high, and if Tottenham don't get a transfer offer that is outrageous - like 70 million pound outrageous - there is no need to even consider sitting at the negotiating table or even pretending to listen to any offers for Romero.
The 26-year-old center back's value to Tottenham is even higher than it is to the others, because they need international-caliber stars and leaders like Romero to guide the way in the Champions League next season and beyond as Spurs, hopefully, aim to truly compete with the other big clubs in England.
Romero is less likely to be sold by Tottenham and more valuable on a global scale with each passing honor like this one. If Postecoglou's stock rose as a result of Spurs Europa League triumph, then Romero's has done so by double that amount.