An "unbelievable" Premier League player is now at the "top" of Tottenham Hotspur's list of targets to replace Cristian Romero in the summer, according to former goalkeeper Paul Robinson.
Romero heading for the exit door
At the end of April, it was revealed Romero has informed Tottenham that he wants to leave this summer, amid interest from La Liga giants Atletico Madrid, who have been working on a deal for the centre-back for several months.
With Daniel Levy open to selling the defender, it is now looking increasingly likely he will be on the move this summer, and Spurs' performance in the Premier League is unlikely to do them any favours when it comes to holding on to their best players.
A 2-0 defeat at home to Crystal Palace is the latest poor result for Ange Postecoglou's side, in what has frankly been a terrible Premier League campaign, with the Lilywhites sitting in 17th place, having now lost 20 matches.
Bizarrely, Tottenham still have a chance to make a success out of the 2024-25 season, however, as a triumph in the Europa League final would end their 17-year trophy drought, while also securing qualification for next season's Champions League.
Speaking to Tottenham Hotspur News, Robinson has now revealed that victory in the Europa League could be crucial when it comes to attracting their top target to replace Romero, Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi.
Robinson said: "With Romero leaving, it’s looking more and more likely day by day that he’s going to move on. So you could argue that Tottenham are already a centre-half short.
"Guehi would be top of the list if they can beat anyone else to his signature. But without Champions League football, finishing 16th, potentially 17th in the Premier League, is that an attractive proposition? Or can Newcastle offer Champions League football and a better salary? And that’s where Tottenham are at the moment. There’s so much hanging on their Europa League success."
Guehi could be "unbelievable" Romero replacement
Guehi showcased exactly why he is at the top of the shortlist on Sunday afternoon, putting in a commanding performance in his side's 2-0 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The centre-back made 14 defensive actions throughout the match, the highest number of any player, while also winning six out of the seven ground duels he contested, which secured the 24-year-old an 8.3 SofaScore match rating.
Not only that, but the £60m-rated England international has now established himself at international level, most notably making six appearances for the Three Lions at Euro 2024.