Huge speculation has been sparked by Manchester United legend Paul Scholes. In comments reported across multiple outlets today, Scholes expressed admiration for Cuti Romero and said he’d “love” to see him join United, citing the defender’s character and suggesting his “head has checked out” at Spurs.
This comes after Romero publicly criticised Tottenham’s board on social media last week for inadequate squad investment during the January window (calling it “disgraceful” amid injuries and limited signings), and then received a straight red card for a reckless challenge (stamping on Casemiro) in Spurs’ 2-0 Premier League loss at Old Trafford on February 7, 2026.
That red card — Romero’s second this season and part of a pattern of disciplinary issues — earned him a four-match ban, ruling him out until mid-March (including key games like the north London derby vs Arsenal). Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has defended him, refusing to strip the captaincy and noting Romero apologised to teammates, but it’s fuelled debate about his future and temperament.
Some reports mention past interest from United in Romero during recent windows, but Tottenham have no desire to sell.
Other links point to clubs like Atlético Madrid circling if he becomes available in the summer of 2026.
Scholes’ comments are opinion-based punditry, not indicating an official bid or negotiation from United (who are under Michael Carrick and in good form, winning their last few games, including that Spurs match).
In short, it’s pundit speculation amplified by recent drama, not a done deal or imminent transfer. The summer 2026 window could see movement if tensions at Spurs persist, but nothing concrete points to Manchester United right now.
Argentine journalist Gaston Edul (a reliable source on Romero/Argentina matters) reported that Romero will leave in the June 2026 transfer window, with prior interest from clubs and tensions over unfulfilled promises from his contract renewal.