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Tottenham Banking on Champions League Qualification to Retain Cristian Romero Amid Atletico Interest
Tottenham Hotspur are hoping that their return to the UEFA Champions League will serve as a major incentive in their efforts to convince Cristian Romero to remain at the club. While the promise of top-tier European football could be a decisive factor, the situation remains fluid, and only time will reveal the defender’s final decision.
Club chairman Daniel Levy is reportedly keen to retain the services of the Argentine centre-back, even as rumors intensify about interest from Atletico Madrid. Romero has yet to sign a contract extension, and negotiations have reportedly cooled in recent months—largely due to Tottenham’s focus on securing Europa League football last season. With the club now preparing for a return to Champions League action, attention has shifted back to squad retention and summer reinforcements.
Romero, a key figure in Spurs’ defensive lineup, is considered central to the club’s ambitions. However, keeping him in North London will not be without challenges. Atletico Madrid, under the leadership of fellow Argentine Diego Simeone, have shown a strong interest in bringing Romero to La Liga. Reports suggest that preliminary conversations between Romero and Simeone may have already taken place, complicating Tottenham’s plans.
In light of this, Levy is reportedly preparing to be aggressive in the summer transfer market. One of the first big statements the club hopes to make is securing Romero’s future, which would signal a commitment to stability and growth under a new managerial regime.
With Thomas Frank expected to be appointed as the new Spurs manager, the Danish tactician will play a crucial role in convincing Romero to remain at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. His arrival could mark a new chapter for the club—one in which keeping key players like Romero becomes just as important as bringing in new talent.
As the transfer window gathers momentum, this will certainly be one of the more compelling storylines to follow. Tottenham’s ambition is clear, but whether that ambition will be enough to retain one of their most valuable assets is a question that still hangs in the balance.