A new report has shed light on Cristian Romero’s transfer stance on Atletico Madrid’s interest and whether the centre-back could remain at Tottenham if they beat Manchester United to lift the Europa League trophy.
The experienced defender’s future has been the subject of much speculation over the last couple of months, with Romero thought to have verbally agreed to join Atletico Madrid this summer.
Some sources have even claimed over recent weeks that Atletico are already preparing an offer for Romero, even though we are still several weeks away from the opening of the transfer window.
Last week, one Spanish outlet stated that Diego Simeone’s side have already agreed personal terms with Romero, although the negotiations with Tottenham are expected to be the harder part.
Will Cristian Romero’s Tottenham future be affected by Europa League success?
GiveMeSport have now claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are unlikely to be able to convince their vice-captain to stay, even if they win the Europa League and secure passage into next season’s Champions League.
The centre-back has already decided to undertake a fresh challenge this summer, and he views a switch to Atletico as the perfect move at this stage of his career.
The Argentine has already given indications to his employers that he wants to move to the Metropolitano Stadium, and it is asserted that he is not poised to alter his stance irrespective of the result of the Europa League final.
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However, the publication adds that for the moment, the 27-year-old’s entire focus is on having a strong end to the season with Tottenham.
Lengthy negotiations may be needed for Atletico to sign Romero
GiveMeSport say that despite Romero’s desire to join Atletico, lengthy negotiations may be needed for the La Liga side to secure the centre-back.
This is because there is a big difference between the valuation of the two clubs, with Spurs wanting £65m for the former Juventus man while Atletico are only willing to pay around £40m.