Cristian Romero may not be part of Thomas Frank’s plans next season as Tottenham make transfer preparations.
The Argentina international has been a pivotal player for Tottenham in recent years, but it remains to be seen what the future holds for him.
Romero is attracting interest from Atletico Madrid, and a change of scenery could potentially be in the cards for the World Cup winner soon.
Daniel Levy’s decision to sack Ange Postecoglou apparently didn’t go down well with the 27-year-old, and a replacement centre-back is already being lined up.
Tottenham to make Jarrad Branthwaite transfer approach as Romero replacement
Tottenham will make an approach for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite this week, according to the Daily Mail.
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The news outlet reports (16 June) that the North Londoners could formalise their interest in the English centre-back in the coming days.
It’s been claimed that the Toffees may consider offers of around £70million for the 22-year-old, who is keen to play Champions League football.
If Tottenham are successful in their attempt to sign Branthwaite, it could potentially mean the end of Romero’s stint in North London.
The Lilywhites are evidently in desperate need of defensive reinforcements after what happened to Postecoglou this season, with multiple fitness issues.
Archie Gray had to be deployed at centre-back on several occasions, with the Argentine national, Micky van de Ven and Radu Dragusin all spending time in the treatment room.
Branthwaite fits Tottenham transfer profile as Thomas Frank needs more defenders
Spurs appointed Thomas Frank after his impressive stint at Brentford, but Levy must now back him this summer transfer window to build on the Europa League triumph.
While the North Londoners ended their 17-year wait for a trophy in Bilbao, there are still arguably glaring weaknesses in their squad that need to be addressed.
Tottenham were guilty of not signing a new centre-back soon enough in the winter transfer window, with Kevin Danso arriving around the deadline.
Branthwaite’s time at Everton has shown that he’s ready to take the next step in his career and develop into a world-class talent.
The Englishman is good with the ball at his feet and has good defensive awareness, which Frank will evidently value.