Inter Milan have agreed a deal to sign former Manchester City defender John Stones. Journalist Orazio Accomando has shared what this means for their pursuit of Tottenham defender Cristian Romero.
Stones is out of contract this summer, following his departure from Man City, and he's now edging closer to completing his move.
A number of Premier League clubs were linked with a move to sign the England international, but it appears he's opted to make the move to Italy this summer.
We could see a departure in the summer transfer window for Cristian Romero, with the Argentinian international seemingly available for transfer this summer.
Tottenham have already brought in both Jan-Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi to strengthen their centre back options, giving them an opportunity to offload one.
Inter make Romero decision
According to journalist Accomando, Stones will sign a two-year contract with Inter Milan.
The reporter adds that Stones isn't considered an alternative to Tottenham defender Romero, who remains a target for the Italian club.
It appears Inter are planning a big overhaul of their defensive options, meaning both Stones and Romero could arrive this summer.
Inter often play a back three, so it's no surprise that they are also interested in the Tottenham defender after securing the signature of Stones.
Tottenham can afford to cash in
Due to the signings of both Senesi and van Hecke during the summer transfer window, Tottenham can afford to cash in on a player like Romero.
The Argentinian international clearly wants to go and play European football next season with Spurs finishing in the bottom half of the Premier League for two campaigns on the bounce.
Tottenham will be without any European football, which could have an impact on whether players want to remain with the club heading into the new season.
If Romero wants to leave the club, then Tottenham can afford to cash in.