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Cristian Romero completes €40 million Tottenham-to-Atletico transfer

8/15/2026

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Cristian Romero confirmed his transfer from Tottenham to Atletico Madrid.
Tottenham and Atletico agreed on a €40 million fee that includes a 15 percent sell-on clause.
He captained Spurs to the 2025 Europa League title, their first trophy in 17 years, and posted an Instagram farewell.
He served four suspensions, missed the season end with a knee injury, and was criticised for travelling to Argentina before the final match.

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Cristian Romero confirmed his transfer from Tottenham to Atletico Madrid.
Tottenham and Atletico agreed on a €40 million fee that includes a 15 percent sell-on clause.
He captained Spurs to the 2025 Europa League title, their first trophy in 17 years, and posted an Instagram farewell.
He served four suspensions, missed the season end with a knee injury, and was criticised for travelling to Argentina before the final match.