Inter Milan is absolutely locked in on Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, marking him as their top defensive target this summer, but man, this deal is looking financially complicated right from the jump. The Serie A champions are aggressively exploring a move for the 28-year-old, looking to solidify their back line before the new campaign kicks off. This isn’t just some casual interest either; it’s a full-court press.
Inter’s Pursuit: “Let’s See” What Happens
Inter’s sporting director, Piero Ausilio, didn’t hold back, confirming the club’s serious interest in Romero. He’s openly stated they’re already in talks with both Romero himself and Tottenham. “It’s definitely a deal we are trying to sign with the player and the club,” Ausilio told Sky Italia. He kept it real, admitting, “These things take some time but there’s definitely interest. Let’s see.” That “let’s see” tells you everything about the difficulty ahead. Romero is clearly high on their list, one of several defenders they’re eyeing to bolster that defense.
The Financial Hurdles and Romero’s Power
Here’s the kicker: getting the World Cup winner out of north London isn’t going to be cheap. The financial package required is massive, making this transfer a really tough puzzle to solve. Tottenham isn’t just going to roll over either; Romero is under contract until 2029, putting Spurs in a super strong negotiating position. They’ll definitely consider offers, but only if the valuation is exactly what they want. Even with an injury-disrupted end to last season due to a knee problem, Romero still finished as captain, showing his importance. Since joining in 2021, he’s made 124 appearances, bagged 12 goals, and established himself as one of the Premier League’s most aggressive central defenders. He’s a beast.
Inter is also scouting other defensive talent, with Tottenham full-back Djed Spence still on their radar, though that interest has cooled a bit. They’re also monitoring Monaco’s Vanderson and Feyenoord youngster Givairo Read for right-back options. But let’s be real, Romero is the priority. With the transfer window still open, expect this saga to play out for a while. It all comes down to Tottenham’s price tag and whether Inter can structure a deal that finally gets it done.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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