Atlético de Madrid advances to close the signing of Cuti Romero

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Atlético de Madrid has reached an agreement with Cuti Romero, a 28-year-old center back from Tottenham, to sign until 2031 with a salary of 6 million euros per season. The Argentine has already given the green light to the move, and the Spanish club is now negotiating directly with the English side for a transfer fee between 40 and 45 million.

Personal terms are well underway after conversations with the player's agents. Romero has also personally spoken with Diego Simeone, a conversation that confirmed his willingness to play for Atlético next season.

Atlético de Madrid has Cuti Romero's approval

The main progress lies in the agreement between Atlético de Madrid and the player. The proposal includes a contract until June 2031, covering the next five seasons, with a salary close to 6 million euros annually.

Romero has been considering the possibility of competing in Spain for some time. The center back publicly admitted in 2025 that LaLiga was the major European league he still wanted to experience after stints in Argentina, Italy, and England.

Simeone has played a direct role in the operation. The coach spoke with the defender to outline his plans and received his approval to proceed with the signing. With personal terms settled, negotiations are focusing on the price Tottenham should receive.

The Argentine extended his contract with the London team in August 2025, tying him down until 2029. This renewal allows Tottenham to engage in talks without the pressure of a player nearing the end of his contract.

Tottenham negotiates a transfer fee of 40 to 45 million

The next step involves the clubs. Atlético de Madrid is in direct talks with Tottenham and aims to find common ground between 40 and 45 million euros.

The final figure is yet to be agreed upon. Tottenham renewed Romero's contract just a year ago, and the center back still has three seasons left, giving the English club room to uphold their economic conditions before accepting a sale.

However, the situation differs from other scenarios. Romero is eager to leave, and his desire to play in Spain favors Atlético's negotiating position.

Furthermore, the center back is familiar with several players in the Atlético squad from his time with the Argentine national team. This adaptation also influences his decision before giving the green light to a potential move to Madrid.

Simeone awaits the definitive agreement for Romero

For Simeone, adding Romero would bring in a center back accustomed to Premier League competition. The Argentine arrived at Tottenham in 2021 from Atalanta and later became one of the team's captains.

The deal now enters a crucial phase. The economic agreement with the player is progressing, and the proposed contract extends until 2031, leaving the final resolution primarily between the two clubs.

Atlético de Madrid aims to finalize the transfer within the 40 to 45 million euro range. If talks with Tottenham lead to bridging the financial gap, Romero can move towards the final steps of a deal for which he has already given his approval.

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