Cristian Romero has posted an emotional goodbye to Tottenham Hotspur supporters after five seasons in north London, with his expected move to Atlético Madrid now close. The centre-back leaves as a senior figure, having captained Spurs in 2025 following Son Heung-min’s departure.
- Romero has said goodbye to Tottenham after five seasons at the club.
- Atlético Madrid and Tottenham have agreed a £34.2m (€40m) fee, with Spurs set to keep a 15% sell-on clause.
- Romero departs after making 156 appearances, scoring 13 goals and serving as Tottenham captain in 2025.
Cristian Romero’s Tottenham Farewell
Romero’s message made clear he was closing an important chapter after a summer of speculation. He thanked Tottenham for being far more than just a club during his five years there, describing it as a home for him and his family, and a place where he embraced the challenge of leaving his mark.
The defender also directed his goodbye to the people around him as much as the club. Romero thanked supporters, team-mates, coaches and staff, making it clear he leaves with pride in what was achieved and with the feeling that part of his heart will always remain in north London.
Romero’s Five-Year Tottenham Spell
Romero’s farewell matters because he is not just another senior player on the way out. He established himself as one of Tottenham’s main defensive voices during his spell at the club.
His line about working, sacrificing and eventually helping to lift a trophy again framed the goodbye in his own words, as Spurs are now preparing to lose a leadership figure as well as an experienced centre-back.
Atlético Madrid Move Nears Completion
Atlético Madrid’s move for Romero is close, with a £34.2m (€40m) fee agreed and Tottenham set to retain a 15% sell-on clause as part of the package. The final formalities have not yet been confirmed, so the deal is in its final stages rather than officially complete.
Atlético will be adding an experienced centre-back to Diego Simeone’s squad as the club continues to strengthen, while Tottenham appear to have been planning for change in that area after bringing in Jan Paul van Hecke and Marcos Senesi.
