As: Atletico Madrid have locked in Tottenham Hotspur defender Romero and aim to complete the signing before the Club World Cup [jiayu]


According to AS, Atletico Madrid plans to sign another big-name defender this summer, and their top target is Tottenham star Romero. Although this deal may be difficult, the club believes they can complete the signing.

This summer, it is expected that Witsel and Azpilicueta will leave Atletico Madrid's squad. This means that if Lenglet returns to Barcelona as planned after his loan period ends, Atletico Madrid's centre-back options for next season will only be Jimenez and Lenomao. However, the club's management hopes to keep Langley at the Mets Stadium.

The Argentine Romero has been regarded as Tottenham's best defender in recent seasons. To allay Atletico Madrid's interest, Tottenham hopes to sign a new contract with him. But this might be very difficult. Because it is reported that