Atletico Madrid have intensified their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero, with talks reportedly under way between the two clubs over a potential summer transfer, though a formal offer has yet to be lodged with Spurs.
The Argentina international, who only committed his future to Tottenham last August by signing a new four-year contract, is now widely expected to depart north London this summer. Atletico manager Diego Simeone has long admired the 28-year-old defender and is said to be renewing his interest after previous attempts to bring him to the Spanish capital.
Romero is not short of suitors. Serie A champions Inter Milan have also been tracking the centre-back during the current window, and he was previously linked with a move to Barcelona. According to reports, an agreement over personal terms would not present an obstacle should a deal with Atletico progress, with Spurs understood to be fully aware of the Madrid club's intentions.
Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has given no indication that he would block any departure, having said he would