Tottenham Reject Arsenal Approach for Cristian Romero Before Atlético Talks
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly refused to consider selling defender Cristian Romero to Arsenal, as the player edges closer to a move to Atlético Madrid.
North Bank NewsCristian Romero, currently at Tottenham, is reportedly nearing a transfer to Atlético Madrid, with a new bid from the Spanish club expected soon. Romero has given his approval for the move, and negotiations between the clubs are entering their final stages, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Significantly, Romano also reports that Tottenham never entertained the prospect of selling the Argentine defender to rivals Arsenal. This indicates a firm stance from Spurs against strengthening their North London counterparts, even amidst their own transfer discussions for Romero.
While Romero's future seems set for Madrid, Barcelona continues to focus its transfer efforts on Rodri, for now. The revelation highlights the complexities and rivalries in top-tier football transfers, particularly between clubs in close geographical proximity.