Dominic Solanke, Kevin Danso, Cristian Romero and Lucas Bergvall. (Visionhaus/Getty Images)
Tottenham Hotspur’s fight for Premier League survival is reaching a critical stage.
Sitting 17th with just seven games remaining, Spurs are only one point above the relegation zone and still searching for their first league win of the calendar year.
The arrival of Roberto De Zerbi — their third manager of a turbulent season following Thomas Frank and Igor Tudor — was meant to steady the ship, but results have yet to improve.
With uncertainty surrounding their top-flight status, attention is already turning to the summer, where significant changes could be on the horizon.
And regardless of whether they stay up or go down, it now appears one of their key players could be heading for the exit.
Spurs Set Romero Asking Price
Tottenham are reportedly willing to sell Cristian Romero this summer, with the club placing a valuation of around £43.5 million on the defender amid growing interest from Europe.
The Argentina international — described as “unbelievable” by former teammate Son Heung-min — has been a standout performer for Spurs, but his future is now in doubt as clubs begin to circle.
Manchester United have been linked with a move, while Atletico Madrid are emerging as a serious contender for his signature. Reports suggest the Spanish side view Romero as an ideal addition to strengthen their defence, with Diego Simeone keen to add more steel at the back.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has also indicated there is a strong possibility Romero could leave, with multiple clubs already making enquiries. The defender himself is believed to be open to a new challenge, further fuelling speculation over a summer departure.
Tottenham, however, are not prepared to let one of their most important players leave cheaply, and would demand a fee in the region of €50 million (£43.5m) before sanctioning a deal, according to Fichajes.
With Spurs battling to avoid relegation, Romero’s future adds another layer of uncertainty to an already difficult situation.
Whether the club can retain their top talent may depend heavily on their Premier League status — but even if they survive, holding onto a player of Romero’s quality could prove a major challenge this summer.
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