Tottenham rejects summer bids for Cristian Romero from Man United and others

Cristian Romero, a key player for Tottenham Hotspur since his arrival in August 2021, has attracted interest from several top European clubs, including Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain. The 26-year-old centre back has made 101 appearances for Spurs and is highly regarded by manager Ange Postecoglou. Despite the interest, Tottenham firmly stated that Romero was not for sale during the summer transfer window, emphasizing their commitment to retaining him. Had Manchester United successfully signed Romero, it would have allowed manager Erik ten Hag to strengthen his defense by pairing him with fellow Argentine Lisandro Martinez. Instead, United opted for other signings, including Leny Yoro from Lille and Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich. Meanwhile, PSG invested in Ecuadorian defender Willian Pacho, while Real Madrid did not make any new defensive acquisitions this summer. Romero's current contract with Tottenham runs until June 2027, but the club may face a more challenging negotiating position next summer when he will have only two years left on his deal, unless he agrees to an extension. This situation could lead to renewed interest from the aforementioned clubs, as they may see an opportunity to secure his services at a more favorable price. Currently, Romero is representing Argentina on international duty, having played a full match in a recent victory over Chile. His performances at both club and international levels continue to enhance his reputation as one of the top defenders in European football.