Romero has ended a five-year spell at Spurs to sign for Atletico Madrid in a 40 million euros deal (£34.1m) with a 15 per cent sell-on clause part of the overall package, the Press Association understands.
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Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has confirmed he is leaving the club ahead of his move to Atletico Madrid being announced.
Atletico have agreed a deal worth in the region of £34.2m (€40m) for Romero, while Spurs retain a 15 per cent sell-on clause.
Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has confirmed he is leaving the club ahead of his move to Atletico Madrid being announced.
Atletico have agreed a deal worth in the region of £34.2m (€40m) for Romero, while Spurs retain a 15 per cent sell-on clause.
Today, I say goodbye to a place that, for five seasons, was much more than a club. It was my home, my challenge and the place where my family and I built such an important part of our lives.
He was a key member in the north Londoners’ backline, but his absences through injury hampered Spurs last term as they staved off what would have been a stunning top-flight relegation.
Tottenham defender Cristian Romero has announced his departure from the club with an emotional message before joining Atletico Madrid
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