Romero’s Time at Tottenham Is Over. Here’s What Comes Next.

Cristian Romero is done at Tottenham. That’s not speculation anymore. Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the World Cup-winning defender will leave the club this summer, and multiple teams are already circling.

Inter Milan have been the most active so far. The Serie A side has held talks with Tottenham in recent days about a potential deal. But Romano also made it clear: this isn’t going to be cheap. The price tag is expected to be very high.

Which brings us back to Manchester United. The Red Devils were linked to Romero back in June, before the World Cup, when Argentine journalist Gastón Edul reported they were willing to make an offer. Nothing has changed on that front. United still need defensive help, and Romero fits the profile.

What Romero Brings

At 28, Romero is in his prime. He’s aggressive, comfortable defending in open space, and surprisingly composed on the ball. His passing range is solid. He’s not just a destroyer. He can actually play.

He’s also showing that right now on the biggest stage. Alongside Lisandro Martinez, he’s anchoring Argentina’s defense at the World Cup. That partnership has been effective, and it’s exactly the kind of chemistry United’s backline has been missing.

But here’s the thing. There have been questions about Romero’s attitude. Last season, during Tottenham’s relegation battle, there were signs he had checked out. The commitment wasn’t always there. That might be part of why Spurs are willing to move on from one of their most talented players.

The Complication

Inter aren’t exactly swimming in cash. A very high fee might be a problem for them. That opens the door for a club like United, who can structure a deal if they really want him.

No decision has been made yet on United’s end. The team hasn’t confirmed anything. But given the earlier reports from Argentina and the fact that Romano didn’t name United among the suitors, it feels like the silence might not last long.

Romero is 28, a World Cup winner, and he’s available. That doesn’t happen every summer. Tottenham is willing to sell. The only question now is who writes the check.