Cristian Romero to leave Tottenham, Inter, Barcelona eye move

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero is set to leave the club this summer, with Serie A champions Inter Milan and Spanish champions Barcelona both interested in signing the Argentine international. The widely reported departure was confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who stated that all parties are working toward an agreement for the 28-year-old's exit.

Romero, who is currently representing Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, is expected to depart after a five-year stay in North London during which he made 156 competitive appearances and scored 13 goals. He captained the side last season as Tottenham narrowly avoided relegation on the final day of the Premier League campaign. His season was marred by a knee injury that sidelined him for the final six games, two red cards, and a reported frustration with the club's lack of competitiveness at the highest level.

Discussions over a transfer have been held in recent days. According to reports, Romero's name was offered to Inter Milan during talks between the clubs concerning a potential move for Tottenham full-back Djed Spence. While Inter are keen, the significant costs involved are seen as a major obstacle. Barcelona's...