Tottenham appoint Romero captain, sign four-year contract

Tottenham Hotspur have named Cristian Romero as their new club captain following Heung-min Son’s departure to Los Angeles FC, a decision managers and players alike say reflects the centre-back’s leadership qualities both on and off the pitch. The appointment comes ahead of a high-profile Super Cup clash with Paris Saint-Germain in Udine, with Spurs also signalling their intent to close the summer transfer window by shaping a broader leadership group for the season. Romero, who spoke of his pride in taking the armband, emphasised a collective goal to win trophies and to stay united through the ups and downs of a demanding campaign.

Manager Thomas Frank confirmed the decision, stressing that Romero’s behavior in matches and his daily professionalism make him the right person to lead a club of Spurs’ stature. Frank described Romero as a player who pushes the team forward in every respect and highlighted the value of leadership extending beyond matchday. He also signalled the formation of a leadership group, noting that while one player will wear the captain’s armband, several leaders—four to five in total—will support the captain and the coaching staff. The aim, he said, is to...