Thomas Frank's Bold Statement Sparks Fierce Barcelona vs Real Madrid Transfer War
Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank has acknowledged his uncertainty regarding whether skipper Cristian Romero will stay at the club after this campaign concludes.
Romero has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with Tottenham, openly criticizing the club's failure to strengthen Frank's depleted squad as "shameful" immediately following the transfer window's closure.
Respected Argentine reporter Gastón Edul has recently suggested that Romero has made up his mind to depart Tottenham when the season ends, and Frank acknowledged he couldn't provide a definitive answer to these rumors.
"That's something I'm completely unsure about," Frank responded when questioned about his expectations for Romero's future beyond summer. "Currently he serves as captain, holds a lengthy contract, and we recently agreed to new terms with him."
Spanish Powerhouses Eye Possible Opening
Spanish Powerhouses Eye Possible Opening
Romero continues to be regarded as a top-tier defender, and his discontent has consistently attracted attention from Europe's premier clubs.
After gaining experience in both Serie A and the Premier League, Romero has candidly expressed that he "must" compete in La Liga, making this statement in April 2025 to the same Gastón Edul who recently suggested Romero has decided to move on.
"La Liga represents a competition I would cherish playing in and must experience," he declared, four months prior to agreeing to a fresh four-year deal with Spurs.
Connections to Atlético Madrid, managed by compatriot Diego Simeone, have been most notable, though both Barcelona and Real Madrid remain close contenders, with both Clásico adversaries anticipated to prioritize securing a new central defender this summer.
With Marc Guéhi and Jérémy Jacquet no longer available and Dayot Upamecano, another prospect, moving closer to extending his Bayern Munich deal, the Spanish powerhouses may need to broaden their search for reinforcements, making a player of Romero's caliber an attractive option.
Romero's contract extending until 2029 allows Spurs to demand a substantial transfer fee for the 27-year-old, though the growing internal tensions at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium might undermine their bargaining position following another underwhelming season that sees Frank's team currently sitting 14th in the Premier League standings.