Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero’s camp has given reassurances to Atletico Madrid that they will push for his North London departure this summer, according to Spanish newspaper AS (via Sport Witness).
The Argentine international has emerged as a priority centre-back target for Diego Simeone ahead of the upcoming transfer window and could be on his way out of Spurs after three seasons in the Premier League.
AS claim Romero’s camp have told Atletico that the 27-year-old ‘will do his part’ to push for a move to the Wanda Metropolitano, as difficult negotiations are anticipated between the two clubs.
Tottenham are reportedly willing to listen to offers in the region of £45million for the ‘world-class’ defender, who is set to enter the final two years of his £165,000-per-week contract.
Cristian Romero Wants Atletico Madrid Move
Set to push for Tottenham departure this summer
According to AS, Atletico are likely to need two central defenders in the summer window and Romero is Simeone’s first-choice target to bolster his Wanda Metropolitano backline.
The 27-year-old has established himself as one of the best central defenders in the world during his three years in North London and would be a major boost to Atletico’s ageing defence.
Los Colchoneros are set to part ways with veterans Axel Witsel and Cesar Azpilicueta when their contracts expire at the end of the season, while Clement Lenglet is due to return to Barcelona once his loan finishes.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Romero has scored one goal in 18 Premier League appearances for Spurs this season.
Tottenham are expected to resolve manager Ange Postecoglou’s future before making any moves in the player market, as the Australian could depart amid a dismal domestic campaign.
Spurs currently sit 16th in the table with three games remaining and are on course for their worst Premier League finish ever, having never ended a season outside the top 15 since the competition’s inception in 1992/93.
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