Cristian Romero - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Available against Sevilla Romero (fitness) will accompany the squad for Saturday's clash against Sevilla, according to coach Diego Simeone. "Tomorrow he will already be with us, he is trying to get up to sp...

Impact Romero had not been in the squad for the previous match against Villarreal despite participating in training, meaning this would still be his Atletico debut. Manager Simeone's comments suggest a gradual introduction rather than an immediate starting role, with David Hancko, Robin Le Normand and Marc Pubill remaining the available options at center back in the meantime.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Won't debut vs. Villarreal Romero (fitness) is not in the squad for Sunday's game against Villarreal.

Impact Romero has been participating in training, but the center-back won't make his Atletico debut this weekend against El Submarino Amarillo. His next chance to play will come Saturday at Sevilla, and in the meantime, David Hancko, Robin Le Normand and Marc Pubill remain the available options at center-back.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Left out of squad for Malaga opener Romero (fitness) was not included in Atletico Madrid's squad for Wednesday's season opener against Malaga, with the recently signed center back only having resumed training in rece...

Impact Romero, officially unveiled just last week, is still working his way up to full fitness after joining coach Diego Simeone's group, and the limited preparation time since his arrival made him unlikely to feature this early. His continued individual buildup will be the key thing to track over the coming days as he pushes toward a debut. Romero is expected to be assessed further before being considered for selection in Atletico's next fixture. David Hancko, Robin Le Normand and Marc Pubill remain the options in his absence at the back.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for Wednesday opener Romero worked individually as Atletico Madrid resumed training Monday in Majadahonda ahead of Wednesday's season opener against Malaga, according to El Chiringuito TV.

Impact Romero, officially unveiled as an Atletico signing on Saturday, is still building up his fitness after joining Diego Simeone's squad and has yet to train normally with the rest of the group. Whether the center back takes part in full sessions this week will depend on his recovery progress and the limited preparation time available before the opener. Romero is expected to remain a doubt for the Malaga match given the short turnaround since his arrival. David Hancko, Robin Le Normand and Marc Pubill are options to start in a back three if Romero is not ready.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Romero: I want to write my name into Atletico Madrid history Cristian Romero completed his transfer to Atletico Madrid from Tottenham on Saturday, and he has big ambitions with the LaLiga club.

AUGUST 15 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Atletico Madrid confirm Romero arrival from Spurs After bidding farewell to Tottenham on Friday, Cristian Romero completed his move to Atletico Madrid on Saturday.

AUGUST 15 • BEINSPORTS.COM

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AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Signs with Atletico Madrid Romero signed a contract with Atletico Madrid through June 2031, joining from Tottenham Hotspur, according to the club.

Impact Romero made 156 appearances for Tottenham across five seasons, tallying 13 goals and seven assists while helping the club lift the 2024/25 Europa League trophy, a competition in which he was named both Player of the Tournament and Player of the Final as Spurs ended a 31-year wait for European silverware. The 28-year-old Argentina international has earned 58 caps for his country, winning the 2022 World Cup, the Finalissima and two Copa America titles before most recently finishing as runner-up at this summer's World Cup, and he now brings that championship pedigree to Atletico Madrid's back line. Romero is expected to become the centerpiece and vocal leader of the Colchoneros' defense, with reports suggesting manager Diego Simeone could shift to a back three, a setup tailor-made to maximize the center-back's qualities. The defender was forced off with an apparent injury in the World Cup final against Spain and will likely need to build his fitness ahead of his debut with Atletico.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Romero confirms Spurs departure ahead of Atletico move After five seasons with Tottenham, club captain Cristian Romero has announced his exit ahead of a transfer to Atletico Madrid.

AUGUST 14 • BEINSPORTS.COM

"You might laugh at this" – Paul Scholes urges Manchester United to sign Premier League star described as 'nutter' Manchester United great Paul Scholes has urged his former club to launch a move for Argentina and Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Cristian Romero this summer.

AUGUST 11 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Tottenham stance on selling Cristian Romero to Arsenal revealed amid transfer interest from Gunners: Reports Tottenham are reportedly unwilling to listen to any offer from Arsenal for Cristian Romero.

AUGUST 7 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"We'll be laughing" - Ex-Premier League star who supports Tottenham explains why Spurs should let Arsenal sign Romero Former Charlton Athletic midfielder Darren Ambrose has said that Tottenham should allow their captain Cristian Romero to join Arsenal.

AUGUST 7 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Roberto De Zerbi clarifies Cristian Romero future as Tottenham boss addresses Inter Milan transfer links

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi has broken his silence regarding the speculation surrounding Cristian Romero's potential move...

AUGUST 3 • goal

Roberto De Zerbi clarifies Cristian Romero future as Tottenham boss addresses Inter Milan transfer links

Inter Milan beat Chelsea and Arsenal to agree €40 million deal for Premier League star - Reports Italian side Inter Milan are reportedly set to beat Premier League giants Chelsea and Arsenal to the signature of Tottenham Hotspur star Cristian Romero.

AUGUST 1 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"I respected what he told me" - Premier League manager hints Chelsea and Arsenal target will be sold Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has hinted that the club will sell Arsenal and Chelsea target Cristian Romero this summer.

JULY 30 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Barcelona's move for Premier League star stuck because of high wage demands - Reports Barcelona are reportedly out of the fray for Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Cristian Romero due to his wage demands. The defender has been with Spurs since arriving from Atalanta in...

JULY 27 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Arsenal and Chelsea plotting stunning move for Tottenham star - Reports Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly weighing up a move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero, despite the player being close to a return to Italy.

JULY 26 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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JULY 20 • FOX SPORTS

Forced off with injury Romero was forced off in the 70th minute of Sunday's match against Spain due to an apparent injury.

Impact Romero would be the second center-back to leave the field for Argentina on Sunday, as the defender couldn't continue due to an injury. With 20 minutes left to play in the final, this is a major loss for the team, with Nicolas Otamendi and Facundo Medina now serving in the middle of the defense. Romero ended the tournament, starting in all seven of his World Cup appearances while recording one goal, 10 interceptions, 16 tackles and 27 clearances. More importantly for the center-back, this comes just a month ahead of the start of his season with Tottenham, hoping the injury is only minor.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Romero had four tackles (three won), 10 clearances and two interceptions in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus England. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact Romero had everything to do defensively throughout Wednesday's clash. He repeatedly shut down the English attack and was brilliant controlling the box. Romero will be left with an ever larger task as he heads to take on Spain in the World Cup final, which is set up to be another cagey brutal affair in the backline.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Anchors defense in victory Romero generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Switzerland. He was subbed off due to injury in the 105th minute.

Impact Romero registered one block, one interception and two tackles across his 105 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 extra-time win over Switzerland before being replaced by Nicolas Otamendi, combining with Lisandro Martinez to limit Switzerland's attacking threat after Dan Ndoye's equalizer and contributing to the defensive organization that kept the Swiss to one goal across 120 minutes despite their sustained pressure following breel Embolo's red card. The Tottenham Hotspur centre-back's physical authority and ability to dominate aerial duels remain essential qualities heading into the England semi-final.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one goal Romero scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Egypt.

Impact Romero delivered the key contribution to Argentina's turnaround in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Egypt, rising to meet Lionel Messi's teasing delivery from the right to power a header into the net in the second half and reduce the deficit to 2-1, sparking the comeback that ultimately produced the 92nd-minute winner, also registering one shot, two interceptions and three tackles (three won) and four aerial duel wins across his 89 minutes. The centre-back's goal came at the most crucial moment of Argentina's knockout campaign, and his physical dominance and defensive authority heading into the quarterfinals make him one of the most important players in the world champion's squad.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 7 • FOX SPORTS

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Notches three interceptions Romero generated one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 3-2 victory versus Cape Verde.

Impact Romero would not leave the field for Argentina as the defender helped them win the match, recording a clearance, two tackles and three clearances despite two goals allowed. He would see the second most touches in the match, only being bested by his fellow center-back, Lisandro Martinez. Romero should remain a starter throughout the tournament as long as he remains fit.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start vs. Cape Verde Romero (knee) has returned to full training with the Argentina squad's starting group and is expected to start against Cape Verde barring any late setback, according to World Socce...

Impact Romero had been forced off during the second group stage match against Austria with knee discomfort and missed the subsequent fixture against Jordan, making his return to full training a significant boost for coach Lionel Scaloni heading into the round of 32. The center-back is expected to partner Lisandro Martinez at the heart of the Argentine defense, with Nicolas Otamendi set to drop to the bench as Scaloni restores his preferred defensive pairing for what promises to be a crucial knockout stage fixture against Cape Verde.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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