Cristian Romero: New odds-on favourite emerges in race for Tottenham captain as bid ‘prepared’

Atletico Madrid have emerged as the odds-on favourites to secure the signing of Cristian Romero this summer transfer window from Tottenham Hotspur.

The Spanish giants are reportedly preparing a bid for the 28-year-old centre-back, which they aim to submit once some sales have been made.

Diego Simeone wants the Spurs captain to make the move to the capital club this summer as he aims to bolster his backline.

Inter Milan were previously thought to be winning the race for the Argentina international, and were the odds-on favourites.

However, one UK bookmaker has now made Atletico Madrid the odds-on favourites after they slashed the odds of a summer move down to 1/4.

Romero has been heavily linked with a departure from Tottenham this summer after he struggled throughout the 2025-26 campaign.

Who else is linked to Cristian Romero?

Romero’s exit this summer feels inevitable.

The Spurs captain was awful last season as the club narrowly avoided relegation to the Championship.

As a result, it appears that Roberto De Zerbi is happy to let the centre-back depart this transfer window as he looks to rebuild his squad.

However, despite his poor performances in England, there are plenty of top clubs linked with Romero’s signature, with Fabrizio Romano’s recent report confirming Atletico Madrid’s interest

Inter Milan are still believed to be in the race, and are second favourites to complete the signing at 5/2.

Barcelona are also yet to be ruled out at 6/1 as they look to build a team capable of defending their La Liga title.

Chelsea and Real Madrid are considered outsiders to win the race at 16/1 in what could be a potential shock signing.

What other business could Tottenham complete this transfer window?

Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Pape Sarr is looking to leave Tottenham this transfer window.

The midfielder has fallen down the pecking order at Spurs and is looking to get a move away to get regular playing time.

Aston Villa are believed to be keen on the 23-year-old as they seek reinforcements for the centre of their pitch this summer.

Tottenham are happy to let Sarr go for the right price. However, it remains to be seen if Villa are willing to meet whatever this is.