Cristian Romero Transfers from Tottenham to Atletico Madrid

Cristian Romero has officially transferred from Tottenham Hotspur to Atletico Madrid for a fee of £34.2 million. The announcement followed Romero's prior declaration of his departure from Spurs, where he made 124 appearances over five seasons.

The deal includes a 15 percent sell-on clause for Tottenham, and Romero has signed a five-year contract with Atletico. The Argentine defender had been a target for Atletico for some time, and it was anticipated that Spurs would permit his exit if a suitable offer was made.

Romero's previous contract with Tottenham was set to last until the summer of 2029. He faced challenges last season, including two red cards and a knee injury that sidelined him towards the end of the campaign. In a farewell message on social media, he expressed gratitude for his time at Spurs, reflecting on the club's history and his contributions, including ending a 17-year trophy drought.