Inter Milan tops bid for Tottenham defender Romero

Arsenal is reportedly considering a shock move for Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero as they seek defensive reinforcements following an injury to William Saliba, but Serie A side Inter Milan has emerged as the clear frontrunner to sign the Argentine defender this summer. The 28-year-old centre-back is widely expected to leave Tottenham after the club bolstered its backline with new signings, sparking interest from several top European clubs.

Romero, a World Cup winner with Argentina, has spent five seasons at Tottenham and is under contract until 2029, but the club is open to a sale after acquiring defenders Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi. His departure has been anticipated for months, with Inter Milan actively negotiating a transfer. The Italian giants have identified Romero as a priority target and are confident of reaching an agreement, potentially before early August.

Arsenal's interest stems from a need to cover for Saliba, who aggravated a back injury while representing France at the 2026 World Cup. Although surgery is not required, Saliba is set for an extended period on the sidelines, leaving manager Mikel Arteta short of options at right-sided centre-back....